MP_the4pack Posted October 30, 2013 Share Posted October 30, 2013 Impatiently waiting for news......................... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charbess Posted October 30, 2013 Share Posted October 30, 2013 I wanted to post an update on our sweetie, Maya. We went to Texas A&M Teaching Hospital today, and the news isn't good. They ran all kinds of tests, ranging from new blood work to another ultrasound. (They said one of their highest/best ultrasound specialists was there today, so they fit her in.) Her blood work shows that her protein levels are very low. Basically, something is stopping her from getting the nourishment from her food that she should be. That explains why she's been having such issues going to the bathroom, losing weight, etc. The vet isn't sure what the reason is. The suggestion is to do an exploratory surgery around her intestines to find out what it is that is affecting her digestive system. It's nothing hard/solid that we'd see on an x-ray. Instead, it's some soft tissue that is around her intestines. They drew some samples and are sending off to test for pythium, but those results won't be known for 2-3 weeks. Unfortunately, she may not have that long. So we'll return to A&M and Maya will be admitted for surgery on Wednesday morning at 7:30. There are three possible outcomes. 1) They are able to determine what is behind her condition and we can treat for the illness. 2) They are able to determine what is behind her condition, but we can't treat the illness, and we have to let her go. 3) They can't determine what is behind her condition and we have to let her go. The vet didn't sugarcoat anything. She said that if we do nothing, she's going to die, and quickly. She said that because Maya is still active and alert, it's a good sign. But still, we're not holding our breath. So there's the update. It's not good. Please be thinking of Maya tonight, tomorrow, and Wednesday as she goes in for surgery. The next few days are not going to be easy. Thanks to everyone in advance. -Joel Empathizing with you, Joel, unfortunately. For the second time in 3 months we have been told our greys have intestinal masses. We let Charlotte go in July and today we find out that 12 1/2 year old Bess is anemic, losing protein and has a mass in the small intestine, probably lymphoma but could be another cancer. Even if we wanted to consider surgery (which we don't) she would not be a good candidate because of the anemia which would retard the healing process. She has lost a lot of weight, and quickly, and I have been trying anything and everything to get her to eat. We started her on prednisone today as well as Cerenia, an anti-nausea med. Also, weekly injection of B-12, the first of which I gave her today. I know this is just buying us a bit of time and we are devastated...two pups in three months. I have spent all my time watching for signs of osteo because our first two left us that way...now I have to put intestinal masses on my radar. I hope you have better news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4My2Greys Posted October 30, 2013 Share Posted October 30, 2013 Empathizing with you, Joel, unfortunately. For the second time in 3 months we have been told our greys have intestinal masses. We let Charlotte go in July and today we find out that 12 1/2 year old Bess is anemic, losing protein and has a mass in the small intestine, probably lymphoma but could be another cancer. Even if we wanted to consider surgery (which we don't) she would not be a good candidate because of the anemia which would retard the healing process. She has lost a lot of weight, and quickly, and I have been trying anything and everything to get her to eat. We started her on prednisone today as well as Cerenia, an anti-nausea med. Also, weekly injection of B-12, the first of which I gave her today. I know this is just buying us a bit of time and we are devastated...two pups in three months. I have spent all my time watching for signs of osteo because our first two left us that way...now I have to put intestinal masses on my radar. I hope you have better news. I feel your pain . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IAMs Posted October 30, 2013 Author Share Posted October 30, 2013 I will update more later tomorrow or even this weekend. But for now, I just wanted to let y'all know that we're about to let Maya go and be with Gwennie and Aztec at the bridge. Thank you for all your support. -Joel Quote * Gwen (07/2003-11/2009), * Maya (cancer , 06/2003-10/2013), *Ollie (cancer 07/2013 - 10/2018), *Azalea (cancer, 7/6/2015 - 5/20/2019), Ashe (cancer 04/2011 - 03/2020) *Aztec (sister of Inca, 12/1996-08/2011), *Inca (half-Siamese kitty ,12/1996 - 9/2016) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheFullHouse Posted October 30, 2013 Share Posted October 30, 2013 I'm so very sorry. 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...
TexasMermaid Posted October 30, 2013 Share Posted October 30, 2013 So sorry to hear this. She is very loved and will be missed. Quote Jennifer, mom to Galen (GableTeletubbie) and Trixie fka Mooch (MostAggressive)Always missing Connie (Connies Fullofit) and Chase (No Worries aka "Ace") & IG Angels Velvet and Bitsy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neighsayer Posted October 30, 2013 Share Posted October 30, 2013 Oh no! Hugs! It is so hard to do the right thing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted October 30, 2013 Share Posted October 30, 2013 I'm so sorry, Joel. I had hoped for a better outcome for your girl. Fly away free, precious. 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...
4My2Greys Posted October 30, 2013 Share Posted October 30, 2013 I'm so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carronstar Posted October 30, 2013 Share Posted October 30, 2013 I am so very sorry. I was so hoping for a better outcome for your Maya. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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greysmom Posted October 30, 2013 Share Posted October 30, 2013 I'm so sorry. Run In Peace, sweet Maya.......................................... 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...
Guest dmt Posted October 30, 2013 Share Posted October 30, 2013 I am so sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted October 30, 2013 Share Posted October 30, 2013 I was hoping for a better outcome, I am so sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawthorn Posted October 30, 2013 Share Posted October 30, 2013 I'm so sorry. Quote When a relationship of love is disrupted, the relationship does not cease. The love continues; therefore, the relationship continues. The work of grief is to reconcile and redeem life to a different love relationship. ~ W Scott Lineberry Always Greyhounds Home Boarding and Greyhounds With Love House Sitting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cello Posted October 30, 2013 Share Posted October 30, 2013 I am so very sorry. Quote Molly Weasley Carpenter-Caro - 6 Year Old Standard Poodle. Gizzy, Specky, Riley Roo & Lady - Our beloved Greyhounds waiting at the Rainbow Bridge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charbess Posted October 30, 2013 Share Posted October 30, 2013 Godspeed to Maya and God Bless you and yours, Joel.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbhounds Posted October 31, 2013 Share Posted October 31, 2013 Oh no---thank yourself for doing everything you could and releasing her from her frail body. Hugs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dante2zoe Posted October 31, 2013 Share Posted October 31, 2013 I am so very sorry. I had so wished for a better outcome. Quote Cindy with Miss Fancypants, Paris Bueller, Zeke, and Angus Dante (Dg's Boyd), Zoe (In a While), Brady (Devilish Effect), Goose (BG Shotgun), Maverick (BG ShoMe), Maggie (All Trades Jax), Sherman (LNB Herman Bad) and Indy (BYB whippet) forever in my heart The flame that burns the brightest, burns the fastest and leaves the biggest shadow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest undergreysspell Posted October 31, 2013 Share Posted October 31, 2013 I'm so very sorry. Godspeed Maya. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gryffenne Posted October 31, 2013 Share Posted October 31, 2013 So very sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
45MPHK9 Posted October 31, 2013 Share Posted October 31, 2013 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...
JustSnoozing Posted October 31, 2013 Share Posted October 31, 2013 Very sorry. Quote Dippy (Dinky Dipstick) and Velvet (Redbrick Velvet). Remembering sweet handsome Rebel (Emporio Rebel). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MP_the4pack Posted October 31, 2013 Share Posted October 31, 2013 Not what I wanted to hear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlies_Dad Posted October 31, 2013 Share Posted October 31, 2013 I am so sorry. 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...
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