Emerald Introduction Multiple Diagnosis

Hello All,

Emerald has multiple diagnosis. She started with kidney issues. We have kept her kidneys under control with special food. She couldn't have Subq fluids because that caused her to go into heart failure. We didn't know that she also has a genetic heart defect. After she went into heart failure, she had Diabetes for about 3 months but it went away. That was a year ago. She hasn't needed insulin since then. However, she recently had inflamed bowel disease. She couldn't eat without throwing up. She was put on steroids. The steroids affected her heart and she had a second mild heart failure episode. Her blood glucose levels have gone up high again and she has had to go back on insulin. The vet keeps tweaking those insulin levels a little at a time since the blood glucose is still too high. My poor kitty has been through a lot. Of course, we have been through a lot with her. Emotionally, its really tough. She is still a friendly sweetheart and smiles through it all. See attached photo of my little tuxie princess.

Serephina

 

Welcome! She's a beautiful kitty!

Post all your questions on the main health forum where more people will see them. There are a lot of members who have kitties with multiple health problems and they'll likely be able to advise.

 

Welcome. Emerald is a lovely gal.

 

Welcome! Poor girl has been through a lot.. and you, too.

 

Poor baby. She's lucky to have you

 

Welcome, beautiful kitty!