Rickiesmom Posted June 29, 2014 Share Posted June 29, 2014 For the past week, Henry hasn't had much of an appetite. We also noticed a few instances of coughing that sound almost like hiccups. I hope I'm overreacting, but my first thought was lung mets. He's due for chest x-rays, so we have an appointment coming this week. Is there any additional testing I should be doing? He's always been a good eater, so I'm definitely concerned. I am so sorry Henry is having these symptoms, hopefully it's just the heat if your weather has been like ours lately. FWIW Jaynie has gone through two spells, widely separated in time, where she makes a coughing like sound and then it seems to pass, no idea what causes it, but her chest films have been clear. Others will have more experience, but my guess is that the chest x-rays are the only thing you need to do, but you could also ask about an abdominal ultrasound if you want to be super-sure. Jaynie had one before her amp, and probably so did Henry, just to make sure before moving forward with the surgery, that there were no visible lesions anywhere. We are sending good thoughts to you and Henry, and will be watching for an update - what day are the chest films being done? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4My2Greys Posted June 29, 2014 Share Posted June 29, 2014 Alicia, I had read about Henry in Training and Behavior and was hoping that it wasn't medical when that was brought up. I'm sending lots of white light and healing thoughts his way in the event he should need it. Mary, how is Jaynie doing? Has she got her appetite back yet? Adding healing thoughts and white light for her and all others battling that awful disease. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rickiesmom Posted June 29, 2014 Share Posted June 29, 2014 Thanks Judy, she is much better today - very tired and mostly sleeping which is good, but she ate a breakfast that was a mixture of things, and kept that and her meds down. Her poop is also starting to firm up - still very soft but has some form. So it looks like she has turned the corner, thankfully. I am going to ask about Cerenia for the next time - if we can get ahead of the nausea by treating the day of treatment, that would be so good, and I'll also ask, in the same spirit, whether it is worth starting the Metronidazole early. Of the two issues nausea was the more problematic, but anything we can do to head things off will be good, especially as the next time is presumably going to be the same or worse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a_daerr Posted June 29, 2014 Share Posted June 29, 2014 (edited) I wish I hadn't started Googling… I'm very afraid we got a misdiagnosis. It appears that some cases of OSA can fall into the "fibroblastic" category. The pathology will reveal spindle cells. That sounds exactly like Henry. ETA: I'm hoping to get him in to one of the oncologists tomorrow or Tuesday. I've also consulted Dr. Couto. Edited June 29, 2014 by a_daerr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greysmom Posted June 30, 2014 Author Share Posted June 30, 2014 You still did all the recommended treatment fro Henry, whichever type he has. Hope things turn out on the better side for you both. Sometimes, coughing is just coughing. 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...
a_daerr Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 You still did all the recommended treatment fro Henry, whichever type he has. I know… it's just coming as a bit of a shock, since all this time, we thought we were dealing with a better prognosis. If it turns out he does have fibroblastic OSA, who knows how long we'll have left. He's already surpassed the statistics (7 months post amp). It could just be all downhill from here. His appointment with the oncologist is today at 1:30. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rickiesmom Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 All fingers and paws crossed here for a better prognosis than you are expecting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbhounds Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 I know… it's just coming as a bit of a shock, since all this time, we thought we were dealing with a better prognosis. If it turns out he does have fibroblastic OSA, who knows how long we'll have left. He's already surpassed the statistics (7 months post amp). It could just be all downhill from here. His appointment with the oncologist is today at 1:30. Oy--please keep us posted --remember Bridget is very, very familiar with ghs and OSA---if there was a question about the path report I'm sure she would have been on top of it. Dogs cough--fingers crossed that's all it is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a_daerr Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 Henry's fine! Nothing remarkable about his films or bloodwork. No lung mets. He did not lose any weight (in fact, he gained a pound since last visit). The pathologist took multiple sections and did not see osteoid matrix, which is the one thing that would distinguish FSA from OSA. I feel much better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4My2Greys Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 (edited) Wonderful news Alicia. We need a spinning and dancing emoti for news like . Edited June 30, 2014 by 4My2Greys Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KF_in_Georgia Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 I haven't posted before this because I thought Heather might come back. But she posted on Facebook last week that she'd had to say goodbye to Seka. 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...
tbhounds Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 Henry's fine! Nothing remarkable about his films or bloodwork. No lung mets. He did not lose any weight (in fact, he gained a pound since last visit). The pathologist took multiple sections and did not see osteoid matrix, which is the one thing that would distinguish FSA from OSA. I feel much better. Sooooooo happy for you!!! Now no more Dr Google you'll make yourself nuts!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greysmom Posted June 30, 2014 Author Share Posted June 30, 2014 :confetti Awesome news for Henry!!!!!! I was sorry to hear about Seka too. I also think that long-time survivor Lucy finally lost the battle. 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...
Rickiesmom Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 Just seeing this Alicia - fantastic news about Henry, you must be jubilant! So, so to hear about Seka and Lucy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest OPointyDog Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 Been holding my breath all day for Henry - so glad it's good news! Sorry to hear about Seka and Lucy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krissn333 Posted July 1, 2014 Share Posted July 1, 2014 (edited) Very glad for Henry (except now his odd food behavior still has to be figured out ) Very sorry to hear about Seka and Lucy Saturday will mark one year since I lost my sweet little Ace girl. While she did not have osteo, she battled chronic lymphocytic leukemia for 4 years, and disc issues in her back for close to a year before a rupture paralyzed her and I had to let her go I miss her terribly this time of year as she loved to go see fireworks with me when she was younger. It really is only fitting that she left the day after the 4th...headed for the stars on some beautiful fireworks Edited July 1, 2014 by krissn333 Kristin in Moline, IL USA with Ozzie (MRL Crusin Clem), Clarice (Clarice McBones), Latte and Sage the IGs, and the kitties: Violet and Rose Lovingly Remembered: Sutra (Fliowa Sutra) 12/02/97-10/12/10, Pinky (Pick Me) 04/20/03-11/19/12, Fritz (Fritz Fire) 02/05/01 - 05/20/13, Ace (Fantastic Ace) 02/05/01 - 07/05/13, and Carrie (Takin the Crumbs) 05/08/99 - 09/04/13. A cure for cancer can't come soon enough.-- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a_daerr Posted July 1, 2014 Share Posted July 1, 2014 Terrible news about Seka and Lucy. If their owners are reading, I'm very sorry for your losses. I think I have Henry's food problems pinpointed. We went about 24 hours without power last week when a tree went down on our street. We use a skin and coat supplement called Missing Link that has to be refrigerated… you see where I'm going with this… I think the Missing Link spoiled when the fridge shut off. Either way, we got a brand new bag of food today in case the kibble happened to be tainted. I gave him the new kibble sans Missing Link, and he gobbled everything down in no time. So happy to see him EAT again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a_daerr Posted July 2, 2014 Share Posted July 2, 2014 I love reading through Dr. Urie's discharge notes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greysmom Posted July 2, 2014 Author Share Posted July 2, 2014 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...
tbhounds Posted July 3, 2014 Share Posted July 3, 2014 Love BU ;-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlies_Dad Posted July 3, 2014 Share Posted July 3, 2014 (edited) That is great news about Henry! I am sorry to read of Seka's passing. Another beautiful pup lost due to this disease. Edited July 3, 2014 by Charlies_Dad 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...
tbhounds Posted July 3, 2014 Share Posted July 3, 2014 Posting today with hopes everyone will pray for Tallgreydogmom's hound today. She will be sending him to the bridge today. The monster stole another one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4My2Greys Posted July 3, 2014 Share Posted July 3, 2014 I'm so sorry to hear such sad news. My thoughts and prayers will be with her as she says goodbye. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rickiesmom Posted July 4, 2014 Share Posted July 4, 2014 I am so, so sad to hear this. My thoughts are with her as she grieves for her boy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbhounds Posted July 4, 2014 Share Posted July 4, 2014 I am so, so sad to hear this. My thoughts are with her as she grieves for her boy. Thank you........ He's gone :-( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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