Guest HersheysMom Posted August 25, 2009 Share Posted August 25, 2009 (edited) It's an ecoli infection - Baytril is the correct, and actually the preferred anibiotic for this. Yay! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- My sweet little spook had her x-rays and an ultrasound yesterday. It was done at our vet's office, but it was a new vet who was very good with the ultrasound machine, did a really through job, and I was able to be in the room with her and see everything, and Sonie was on the floor on some blankets. She did SO well, she wasn't even shaking. The scan and x-rays both looked good. Got a call this morning - the dispute over the cells was because there were some very distored-looking cells in there - multiple distorted nuclei present - these upon later inspection were puss-filled - it's obvious now she had a REALLY bad infection that has already improved. The only thing we need to do now is wait for the culture results to make sure Baytril will be the right antibiotic - I sure hope so but if not we'll change it. I'm quite used to treating UTIs from my previous dogs. She's already doing so much better, with no more accidents, limited panting, and is sleeping through the night again. Thank you everyone for your support through this!! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Evening update - INDEXX rerunning sample per my vet's request - my vet insistent those cells looked abnormal. Culture being run. Starting Baytril tonight. Xrays tomorrow to look for stones and if unclear, ultrasound will be done. I hope the Baytril helps. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- UPDATE: There were no "transitional cells" (potential cancer cells) seen in the sample run by INDEXX. They are calling the lab to clarify a few things and see where to go from there. There are many many white cells which typically go with an infection, but they still aren't finding much (any? not clear on that, but I think they meant more than typically seen in a free-catch) bacteria. Calling lab to have them culture same sample anyway. Most likely starting her on antibiotics anyway. So I think no ultrasound warranted at this point but may do an x-ray to look for a bladder stone. She could have one, but usually crystals would be seen in the sample, and there weren't any of those either. Since she's doing better since last night, it's possible she already passed a stone yesterday and that was the problem. From what I gather from this conversation, it could well be an infection that's being very evasive in the labs! Wouldn't that be wonderful? I will know more later this afternoon, but right now it looks like no cancer, more likely evasive infection or stone. I'm sorry for worrying folks - I was worried myself - I don't know what my vet saw but he seemed so sure last night that it was cancer. I'm so glad I have this board to post to for support even when I am unsure of things. I hope to post a good update later this afternoon when I know more. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Sonie was suddenly acting very strangely today. After running some tests, we were told it looks like bladder cancer. I just can't give any more details right now - I am worn out and shocked, and frankly it's too painful to recount. We're confirming/ruling out with some additional tests tomorrow - it's possible we may not know for sure for a couple of days. I'm just posting please for prayers right now. I don't know if I'm strong enough to lose a third dog to cancer. I'll post more when I know more. Thank you. Edited August 27, 2009 by HersheysMom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greymama002 Posted August 25, 2009 Share Posted August 25, 2009 Many prayers and thoughts for you & Sonie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlies_Dad Posted August 25, 2009 Share Posted August 25, 2009 I really hope it's not what they think it is. Good thoughts and prayers are with you and Sonie. Quote Kyle with Stewie ('Super C Ledoux, Super C Sampson x Sing It Blondie) and forever missing my three angels, Jack ('Roy Jack', Greys Flambeau x Miss Cobblepot) and Charlie ('CTR Midas Touch', Leo's Midas x Hallo Argentina) and Shelby ('Shari's Hooty', Flying Viper x Shari Carusi) running free across the bridge. Gus an coinnich sinn a'rithist my boys and little girl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest gretzky Posted August 25, 2009 Share Posted August 25, 2009 OMG Carolyn! I can't believe it, I'm so sorry. Any chance it's something else? She looked so good yesterday and has been making great progress with your love and care. D*mn cancer. Hugs to you, John and Johnny B and you give one to Sonie for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted August 25, 2009 Share Posted August 25, 2009 Carolyn, I so am hoping they are wrong!! Many many prayers from here Quote Missing my little Misty who took a huge piece of my heart with her on 5/2/09, and Ekko, on 6/28/12 For the sick, the lost, and the homeless Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest MorganKonaAlex Posted August 25, 2009 Share Posted August 25, 2009 Carolyn, I'm so sorry. I know how you feel as Demon is my 3rd grey with osteo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest vahoundlover Posted August 25, 2009 Share Posted August 25, 2009 Sending lots of prayers they are wrong! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brandimom Posted August 25, 2009 Share Posted August 25, 2009 Sonie is in our prayers and thoughts as well as you! All paws crossed on the sofa too! A human friend of mine was diagnosed with bladder cancer and the onocologist said if you are going to have cancer this is the cancer you want because it can be "contained". My friend came out just fine. We hope it is not the C. For some reason I can't get the icons to work here otherwise I would have sent a candle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greyt2love Posted August 25, 2009 Share Posted August 25, 2009 Sending prayers for Sonie and hopes that the initial diagnosis is wrong !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted August 25, 2009 Share Posted August 25, 2009 Good thoughts for your girl. Quote Irene Ullmann w/Flying Odin and Mama Mia in Lower Delaware Angels Brandy, John E, American Idol, Paul, Fuzzy and Shine Handcrafted Greyhound and Custom Clocks http://www.houndtime.com Zoom Doggies-Racing Coats for Racing Greyhounds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamngrey Posted August 25, 2009 Share Posted August 25, 2009 sending tons of prayers Quote Cassie: Pikes Clara Bell Swoop: My Man Swoop BRIDGE ANGELS Psi:WD'S Aleford 3/17/00-4/25/10 Snowman: Gable Snowman 1/9/96-2/14/08 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MandysMom Posted August 25, 2009 Share Posted August 25, 2009 Sending lots of prayers Quote Beverly. Missing my happy toy-flinging boy Sammy (Where's Mandrill), (8/12/2009-9/30-2021) Desperately missing my angel Mandy (BB's Luv) [7/1/2000 - 9/18/2012]. Always missing Meg the Dalmatian and Ralph Malph the Pekeapoo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted August 25, 2009 Share Posted August 25, 2009 Sending lots of prayers Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytful4 Posted August 25, 2009 Share Posted August 25, 2009 Gentle hugs to your girl... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
riverbosun Posted August 25, 2009 Share Posted August 25, 2009 Sending good thoughts for Sonie but I have to think that it's a fluke. She looked so good yesterday on our walk. My thoughts are with you Carolyn and John as well as Johnny B. Quote Barbara Majestic and Ranger "If you want to hear the patter of little feet I'll put shoes on my dogs." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest lynne893 Posted August 25, 2009 Share Posted August 25, 2009 Oh Carolyn, no!!! Prayers going out right now. And big hugs to you, Sonie and your family. Keep us updated. With comfort, Lynne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anne Posted August 25, 2009 Share Posted August 25, 2009 Many many prayers coming for Sonie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest HersheysMom Posted August 25, 2009 Share Posted August 25, 2009 Okay, she's asleep so I can type a bit more. What little I know - she's been having accidents off & on for a few weeks - brought in a sample two weeks ago - absolutely normal. Was debating incontinence meds. Today suddenly going every 5 minutes - no kidding. Would not stop panting for hours, it was awful. Sample brought in - no bacteria - no crystals - was told cells seen consistent with bladder cancer. Overheard from waiting room red & white blood cells in urine, and bladder lining is being "slothed off" into urine. I overheard all this, the only part I was told was about the cells being consistent w/bladder cancer. Prescribed an anti-inflammatory (Deramaxx) while yet another sample being sent to INDEXX overnight tonight. Depending on what that says I suppose we'll then do an ultrasound. Was going every 5 minutes and panting uncontrollably - gave her the Deramaxx and an hour later sleeping well. So it's something helped by the Deramaxx. Oy - she just woke up panting. Gotta go for now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheFullHouse Posted August 25, 2009 Share Posted August 25, 2009 Poor thing, I'll keep her in my prayers. Quote Judy, mom to Darth Vader, Bandita, And Angel Forever in our hearts, DeeYoGee, Dani, Emmy, Andy, Heart, Saint, Valentino, Arrow, Gee, Bebe, Jilly Bean, Bullitt, Pistol, Junior, Sammie, Joey, Gizmo, Do Bee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted August 25, 2009 Share Posted August 25, 2009 Sending hugs for yourself and many prayers for your girl. Quote Star aka Starz Ovation (Ronco x Oneco Maggie*, litter #48538), Coco aka Low Key (Kiowa Mon Manny x Party Hardy, litter # 59881), and mom in IllinoisWe miss Reko Batman (Trouper Zeke x Marque Louisiana), 11/15/95-6/29/06, Rocco the thistledown whippet, 04/29/93-10/14/08, Reko Zema (Mo Kick x Reko Princess), 8/16/98-4/18/10, the most beautiful girl in the whole USA, my good egg Joseph aka Won by a Nose (Oneco Cufflink x Buy Back), 09/22/2003-03/01/2013, and our gentle sweet Gidget (Digitizer, Dodgem by Design x Sobe Mulberry), 1/29/2006-11/22/2014, gone much too soon. Never forgetting CJC's Buckshot, 1/2/07-10/25/10. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 3greysinPA Posted August 25, 2009 Share Posted August 25, 2009 many prayers to Sonie... praying that this diagnosis is wrong.. please be wrong... and hugs to you ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest boondog Posted August 25, 2009 Share Posted August 25, 2009 You and Sonie are in my prayers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EllenEveBaz Posted August 25, 2009 Share Posted August 25, 2009 Sending gentle hugs to you and your girl. I hope the Deramaxx lets her (and you) rest tonight. Quote Ellen, with brindle Milo and the blonde ballerina, Gelsey remembering Eve, Baz, Scout, Romie, Nutmeg, and Jeter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KF_in_Georgia Posted August 25, 2009 Share Posted August 25, 2009 Best wishes for you and your girl. So sorry you're going through this. Quote Kathy and Q (CRT Qadeer from Fuzzy's Cannon and CRT Bonnie) and Jane (WW's Aunt Jane from Trent Lee and Aunt M); photos to come. Missing Silver (5.19.2005-10.27.2016), Tigger (4.5.2007-3.18.2016), darling Sam (5.10.2000-8.8.2013), Jacey-Kasey (5.19.2003-8.22.2011), and Oreo (1997-3.30.2006) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seeh2o Posted August 25, 2009 Share Posted August 25, 2009 I hope they are wrong. Sending good thoughts to you and Sonie. Quote Sunsands Doodles: Doodles aka Claire, Bella Run Softly: Softy aka Bowie (the Diamond Dog) Missing my beautiful boy Sunsands Carl 2.25.2003 - 4.1.2014 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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