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Oh look the word SH*t has been starred out! how clever is that! |
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Hypertension is almost always associated with CRF, hyper active thyroids and heart conditions  |
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I have been reading these posts with huge interest. Merlin has been on Metacam for ages. Firstly he had struvite crystal blockage and was unable to pee. He was "hospitalised". This was at least five years ago, maybe more. Antibiotics and anti-inflammatories later and his bladder condition improved. He was first put on diet food to increase acidity of urine so that crystals would not form. Was on this for several years and had (if I remember rightly) 2 further occurrences of cystitis-like infection. The vet suggested Metacam when it was only licensed for dogs - only one drop per day. This actually did seem to suit him fine and with the Metacam and the diet food, we had at least a couple of trouble-free years. I do so wish I had kept a diary of all the episodes. The vet changed hands during this time and the old records have unfortunately gone. However, when Merlin went back to the vet after his stroke at the end of October, the vet told us that Metacam now was licensed for cats and gave us the different prescription. The vet was definitely concerned about it and stressed the risks of overdose, so much so that as Merlin has a very small appetite and, I am sure, has lost more weight now, I underdose him rather than the 3 units prescribed. I would be very grateful for any pms with links to sites detailing the concerns about Metacam. CMJ - my fingers are crossed for your Kitty's results on Monday. |
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Great News everyone! Kittys urine tests and blood tests are all normal! kidneys working fine, just thought i would let you all know! i can get a good nights sleep now. Thank you to everyone who showed their concern and gave advice, im still swatting up on CRF as i may need the info one day. Yippie! im so pleased! |
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Just had to let you know how very pleased I am for Kitty and for you! Thanks so much for letting us all know promptly about the good news. Hope you still find interesting things to keep you coming back to this Forum. All best wishes Angie  |
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[quote=angieh;442933]Just had to let you know how very pleased I am for Kitty and for you! Thanks so much for letting us all know promptly about the good news. Hope you still find interesting things to keep you coming back to this Forum. All best wishes Angie I second that! Pics of Kitty, maybe? |
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I third what Angie said and second the request for pics |
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That is such great news!! I'm so pleased for you and Kitty  And yes please on the pics from me too |
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So glad Kitty has recovered. |
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