Good evening felinity assembled, ye ol' fart wishes to thank all of you for your purrs and purrayers, it means a lot.
I have been chowing down, like nobody's business, on Gerber baby food, the last few days, and have gained a pound, from 9 to 10.
Human baby food! Who knew it was so delicious?
Anyway, I went to the vet and had an ultrasound done.
It was not painful, and I was awake the whole time.
It is something that would reveal more about what was wrong with me than all the blood tests done the last 3 years, and daddy decided it was time to do it, especially since his Care Credit Card would cover it.
I went to PetMD to get explanations for what ails me:
Mild Inflammatory Bowel Disease - IBD results in the inflammation of the intestines and can be a leading cause of major weight loss.
Mild inflammation of the Pancreas - Symptoms can include loss of appetite and of weight, both of which I've experienced.
A secondary issue to the above two is some inflammation of the Liver, caused by the presence of those conditions. Symptoms include dehydration, lack of appetite, and weight loss. I have been drinking up a storm thanks to the appetite inducing meds I am now on, and thus my pecker has been working overtime as I frequently have need to take a whiz.
Um, I know, I know...too much information, hee, hee!
In addition to the Gerber meat baby food, of which I am eating 4 to 6 jars a day (At 99c a jar this ain't cheap), I am taking 3 pills, one of which is twice a day, for fighting the diseases, and as appetite stimulant to help me eat and start to gain weight.
All this on top of my arthritis and I have a lot going on.
The good news is I ain't dead yet, and I am still reasonably frisky and playful, running around when I want and leaping onto tables, cat tower, window ledge and bed when the spirit moves me.
Mom and I are so glad the doctor found out what was wrong! Tell your daddy he can mush up people food if he has a blender instead of buying baby people food.
Posted by: Katya Graymalkin | June 19, 2013 at 09:10 PM
How absolutely marvelous that the docs could tell what was what!! Magnificent!!
Eat and drink up, Nikita! You're absolutely right: You "ain't dead yet"!!
Love, Grace & Company
Posted by: Marilynn, Grace & Company | June 19, 2013 at 09:20 PM
At least you know what is going on now. Hope the meds help you to get back in tip top shape.
Posted by: Sweet Purrfections | June 19, 2013 at 09:43 PM
It sounds like you are doing much better, Nikita! I hope that with meds, you can get these issues under control.
Posted by: Sparkle | June 19, 2013 at 11:13 PM
We're so glad that the doctor could find out what is wrong with you and we hope your meds make you feel much better.
Luv Hannah and Lucy xx xx
Posted by: Hannah and Lucy | June 20, 2013 at 06:44 AM
we is glad they found out what is wrong with you buddy! and yes, Human Baby food is pawsome!! eat up!
Posted by: The Meezers | June 20, 2013 at 07:30 AM
We are so glad to hear you're doing better, Nikita! Keep eating that delicious baby food, and take your meds. We have our paws crossed that those issues can be regulated.
Posted by: meowmeowmans | June 20, 2013 at 02:15 PM
Glad to know you all have an idea what is going on, Nikita.
Posted by: Lee County Clowder | June 20, 2013 at 02:54 PM
Nikita we are very happy that you know now what is going on inside you. These things can be managed and we know your Dad will do his utmost to get you through this so you can gain some weight and be more comfortable.
Gerry & Mungo
Posted by: Everycat | June 21, 2013 at 09:44 AM
We're glad they figured out what was wrong. We hope you're feeling better soon!!
The Florida Furkids
Posted by: The Florida Furkids | June 21, 2013 at 03:31 PM