carronstar Posted June 27, 2011 Share Posted June 27, 2011 I am so sorry to hear this news. Fingers crossed for better news with a second opinon. Sending many good thoughts and prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3DogNite Posted June 27, 2011 Author Share Posted June 27, 2011 update post 1 Quote lorinda, mom to the ever revolving door of Foster greyhounds Always in my heart: Teala (LC Sweet Dream) , Pepton, Darbee-Do (Hey Barb) , Rascal (Abitta Rascal), Power (Beyond the Power), and the miracle boy LAZER (2/21/14), Spirit (Bitter Almonds) 8/14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted June 27, 2011 Share Posted June 27, 2011 Did OSU have any suggestions as to what the abnormalities might be? Full bloodwork and a VF test sure wouldn't be a bad idea. Sending best wishes for your boy. 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...
greysmom Posted June 27, 2011 Share Posted June 27, 2011 (edited) I'm so sorry Lorinda. That just sucks, but even Dr Couto isn't infallible. For what it's worth, OSU wasn't convinced that Dude had osteo just from the xrays either. Several things to think about: >Will knowing Power has cancer change how you go forward with his medical care? >If you do find out it's cancer, what are the treatment options, in that location, if any?? >Can you afford to do this treatment and can Power handle it given his physical shape and general attitude? >If you decide to treat as if for cancer, what's the downside for him if it's not? >If you're not going to treat for cancer, how, if at all, will this change what you would do otherwise regarding palliative care? >Can you control his pain adequately to give him a good quality of life, whether you treat or not? Unfortunately cost does figure into this. If DH's Mom hadn't just passed, we wouldn't have had the extra $$$ to treat Dude's osteo (we're probably over $10K and still counting). The on-going treatment we're doing now is managable though still spendy. Fine needle biopsies can be just as inconclusive if the needle doesn't hit exactly the right spot. It's hard to do just in a leg so I can't imagine trying it in a vertebra. A larger biopsy will require major surgery. And sometimes, taking enough bone to test can be a problem if there's not enough good bone left. We will be thinking of you and Power and your whole family. Please keep us updated! Edited June 27, 2011 by greysmom Quote Chris - Mom to: Felicity (DeLand), and Andi (Braska Pandora) siggy by Chris Harper, on Flickr Angels: Libby (Everlast), Dorie (Dog Gone Holly), Dude (TNJ VooDoo), Copper (Kid's Copper), Cash (GSI Payncash), Toni (LPH Cry Baby), Whiskey (KT's Phys Ed), Atom, Lilly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3DogNite Posted June 28, 2011 Author Share Posted June 28, 2011 Several things to think about: >Will knowing Power has cancer change how you go forward with his medical care? >If you do find out it's cancer, what are the treatment options, in that location, if any?? >Can you afford to do this treatment and can Power handle it given his physical shape and general attitude? >If you decide to treat as if for cancer, what's the downside for him if it's not? >If you're not going to treat for cancer, how, if at all, will this change what you would do otherwise regarding palliative care? >Can you control his pain adequately to give him a good quality of life, whether you treat or not? We will be thinking of you and Power and your whole family. Please keep us updated! These are all VERY good questions to think about. some I have rolling around in my brain, but it is good to see it on "paper" like a check list,, makes it easier to think thru. Thank you! Power goes in tomorrow for a chest X-ray, and if clean, , we will do a full blood work up, with tick panel and valley fever test. I don't know how far we will go with all this, but this is a good start and will give us a more clear picture........ I think a glass of wine is in order we'll take it from there, and i'll let you know what we find out. Thanks for the support and prayers! lorinda Quote lorinda, mom to the ever revolving door of Foster greyhounds Always in my heart: Teala (LC Sweet Dream) , Pepton, Darbee-Do (Hey Barb) , Rascal (Abitta Rascal), Power (Beyond the Power), and the miracle boy LAZER (2/21/14), Spirit (Bitter Almonds) 8/14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SIGreyLady Posted June 28, 2011 Share Posted June 28, 2011 It's so hard when there is no clear diagnosis. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. Hope the tests tomorrow goes well. Quote Mimi- mom to Burdette (KB's Burdette), Sophie (LL's Stupid Is) and bridge babies Kelsey (Kelso's Logo), Sterling (Cold B Tiger), Fritz, Tasha, Chloe and Molly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nyGreys Posted June 28, 2011 Share Posted June 28, 2011 Lorinda, I am so sorry Power is going through this. Sending lots of prayers for you both. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncan41 Posted June 28, 2011 Share Posted June 28, 2011 Ugh! I was so hoping that OSU could provide an answer. Still sending prayers for him :candle :hope and hugs for you. :grouphug Quote Linda, Mom to Fuzz, Barkley, and the felines Miss Kitty, Simon and Joseph.Waiting at The Bridge: Alex, Josh, Harley, Nikki, Beemer, Anna, Frank, Rachel, my heart & soul, Suze and the best boy ever, Dalton.<p> ....for all those hounds that are sick, hurt, lost or waiting for their forever homes. SENIORS ROCK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted June 28, 2011 Share Posted June 28, 2011 I'm sorry you didn't get a clear answer, but on the up side, there's still hope it's not osteo! I think the tests you have planned are a good next step. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BlackandBrindle Posted June 28, 2011 Share Posted June 28, 2011 I don't know what vet you've taken him to, but I'd suggest taking him into see Dr. Yokam if you haven't already. I'm so sorry you haven't got answer yet, but we are sending lots of good thoughts for your boy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3DogNite Posted June 28, 2011 Author Share Posted June 28, 2011 another update,, post 1 Quote lorinda, mom to the ever revolving door of Foster greyhounds Always in my heart: Teala (LC Sweet Dream) , Pepton, Darbee-Do (Hey Barb) , Rascal (Abitta Rascal), Power (Beyond the Power), and the miracle boy LAZER (2/21/14), Spirit (Bitter Almonds) 8/14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greysmom Posted June 28, 2011 Share Posted June 28, 2011 It's hard, but each piece of information adds to your aresenal of how to go forward. Here's hoping Power has an easy week for you. Quote Chris - Mom to: Felicity (DeLand), and Andi (Braska Pandora) siggy by Chris Harper, on Flickr Angels: Libby (Everlast), Dorie (Dog Gone Holly), Dude (TNJ VooDoo), Copper (Kid's Copper), Cash (GSI Payncash), Toni (LPH Cry Baby), Whiskey (KT's Phys Ed), Atom, Lilly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DustysMom Posted June 29, 2011 Share Posted June 29, 2011 I'm so sorry you are going thru this. Praying for better news in the days to come! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlies_Dad Posted June 29, 2011 Share Posted June 29, 2011 Still keeping Power and you in our thoughts. I hope it's not cancer, I really really hope so. 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...
duncan41 Posted June 29, 2011 Share Posted June 29, 2011 Oh, Power! Beautiful boy - we all want you to feel better. Lorinda, I wish there was something that I could say or do to comfort you. Please know that you are both tucked tightly in my prayers. Quote Linda, Mom to Fuzz, Barkley, and the felines Miss Kitty, Simon and Joseph.Waiting at The Bridge: Alex, Josh, Harley, Nikki, Beemer, Anna, Frank, Rachel, my heart & soul, Suze and the best boy ever, Dalton.<p> ....for all those hounds that are sick, hurt, lost or waiting for their forever homes. SENIORS ROCK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fostr_Mom Posted June 29, 2011 Share Posted June 29, 2011 Sending healing thoughts and prayers to you and Power. I hope you get a clear answer soon. Quote <p>Mom to Kyle (Diehard Kyle) & Angel Gracie (KB's Sankey) Foster Mom for AFG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3DogNite Posted June 30, 2011 Author Share Posted June 30, 2011 I'm afraid to say this out loud.... Power is 100% BETTER!!! no crying out, no pain pills, head is up, ears are up, he can lay on either side (before it was only on the left) NO LIMPING! I just don't know. all the experts say, could be cancer, looks bad, but we can't confirm cancer, but it could be..... We had another set of X-rays taken the other day. It shows lungs clear,, it shows the space between the vertebrae is really small,, like the disk is collapsed or mostly gone,, that could cause the pain! it shows the area being static and old looking...instead of active or mothy.. the blood work is perfect! no tick disease, kidneys and liver perfect.. still waiting on the VF, but the vet is pretty sure it will come back neg...... this morning in talking with the vet, she said that they were talking about Power, and looking at his X-rays again, wondering if it could be a blood clot, that doesn't sound good to me, but she said, it could be dissolving, and it would present itself in the way Power has been acting. Well,, IF Power gets painful again, we will go to Prednizone or Rimadyl. treating for inflammation first,, This morning i had a hard time keeping the boy from doing ZOOMIES in the yard,, that's how good he feels!!! Does cancer have this roller coster? If it's cancer, he'd be in pain,, all the time, right, in varying amounts,, but not this 100% better thing??? Well, i said it all out loud, I hope i didn't jinx it.... crossing all toes, fingers, paws and anything else that can be crossed,, i'm crossing it! :goodluck Quote lorinda, mom to the ever revolving door of Foster greyhounds Always in my heart: Teala (LC Sweet Dream) , Pepton, Darbee-Do (Hey Barb) , Rascal (Abitta Rascal), Power (Beyond the Power), and the miracle boy LAZER (2/21/14), Spirit (Bitter Almonds) 8/14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DustysMom Posted June 30, 2011 Share Posted June 30, 2011 Sounds like a fabulous update! More power to Power! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4My2Greys Posted June 30, 2011 Share Posted June 30, 2011 This news sounds very promising. Nadir remains suited up and continued white light and healing thoughts being sent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greysmom Posted June 30, 2011 Share Posted June 30, 2011 Here's hoping Power is OK now and that it was just a horrible scare for Mom! Quote Chris - Mom to: Felicity (DeLand), and Andi (Braska Pandora) siggy by Chris Harper, on Flickr Angels: Libby (Everlast), Dorie (Dog Gone Holly), Dude (TNJ VooDoo), Copper (Kid's Copper), Cash (GSI Payncash), Toni (LPH Cry Baby), Whiskey (KT's Phys Ed), Atom, Lilly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
45MPHK9 Posted June 30, 2011 Share Posted June 30, 2011 Fantastic update, Lorinda! Quote Tricia with Kyle, our senior mutt dog Always missing Murray Maldives, Bee Wiseman, River, Hopper, Kaia, and Holly Oaks Holly“You don't need a weatherman to know which way the wind blows.“ -Bob Dylan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tallgreydogmom Posted June 30, 2011 Share Posted June 30, 2011 Checking on Power this morning. Unfortunately cancer can be a roller coaster. Praying it is not the monster. Quote Then God sent the Greyhound to live among man and remember. And when the Day comes, God will call the Greyhound to give Testament, and God will pass judgment on man. (Persian Proverb) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted June 30, 2011 Share Posted June 30, 2011 Well, that's an awesome update! I hope he continues to feel great, and it's not the bad C. I don't know if you said how old he is? I just wondered, because my old girl developed spinal problems that sound a lot like what you described from the second x-rays. Basically, some of her vertebrae had lost most of their "cushion" and the bones would rub together or pinch a nerve. Hers was in her lower spine/hip area, and the pain would come and go, but sometimes it would be so bad she couldn't stand or walk. If this turns out to be what Power has (or something similar), acupuncture was a huge help for her. If the worst happens, acupuncture is still helpful for pain control. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest KennelMom Posted June 30, 2011 Share Posted June 30, 2011 (edited) That's GREAT news about your boy! I hope he's healthy and happy from here on out! Does cancer have this roller coster?If it's cancer, he'd be in pain,, all the time, right, in varying amounts,, but not this 100% better thing??? We actually went through several months with Rocky where he'd have painful "episodes"...then back to normal for a while. I'm sure the threads are still around H&M. No one had a clue what it was...took two MRIs to find the cancer in his spine. Before that we'd already spent a small fortune on diagnostics (blood, xrays, physical exams) at two "regular" vets before we transferred over to the specialty hospital. eta: when they did find the cancer, there was no question about the degradation of the bone and he was REALLY REALLY painful by that point...to the point that we couldn't really control it anymore anyway. Edited June 30, 2011 by KennelMom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
queenwinniesmom Posted June 30, 2011 Share Posted June 30, 2011 Lorinda, we'll take any good news, any news that he's feeling better. I hope that he continues to improve. Still sending prayers and white light, and suited up for your beautiful boy. Quote Nancy, Mom to Evangelina and Kiva Missing Lacey, Patsy, Buster, my heart dog Nick, Winnie, Pollyanna, Tess, my precious Lydia, Calvin Lee, my angel butterfly Laila, and kitties Lily, Sam and Simon My Etsy shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop/Catsburgandhoundtown Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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