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My 11 month old kitty is currently hospitalized with our vet. We noticed that he was losing weight and wasn't eating, so took him in yesterday. Tests were ran for FIV/FeLV just in case (both neg), xrays and bloodwork done as well. The xrays showed a ton of fluid in his abdominal cavity, and enlarged spleen, liver and one kidney. Bloodwork was mostly normal, with elevated levels related to pancreas and liver. He also has a fever. The doctor isn't quite sure what is going on yet - he is keeping him for the day and is pushing fluids, more antibiotics and possibly some steroids. He mentioned FIP, but said it could also just be something else that caused the inflammation and fluids, and didn't want to give up on him yet. Which of course, we agree with. He's just a baby!
What sort of questions should I be asking? I am fully able to admit that I am out of my depth here. I do trust our vet, he has gotten my kitties through plenty of other things before. And he is a one man practice, with a couple of vet techs on hand. So I know Todd will be getting lots of 1 on 1 care today.
What sort of questions should I be asking? I am fully able to admit that I am out of my depth here. I do trust our vet, he has gotten my kitties through plenty of other things before. And he is a one man practice, with a couple of vet techs on hand. So I know Todd will be getting lots of 1 on 1 care today.
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