Canine Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia (AIHA & IMHA) - amy doing well

it was amy's vet appointment this afternoon,and we were dreading it.because although she had started eating she was sick last night,and she seemed weaker than the last few days.so off we went with trepidation.she had her exam and her blood taken and we were asked to wait in the waiting room.we sat nerously,untill the vet came out with a smile on his face and called us into his surgery,and and told us amy's pcv had gone up to 34 from 26 last wednesday.so all the prayers and love and hugs from you guys must be working,so please please keep it up.he's cut her pred down to 50 mgs daily so she might start and feel a little better in her self.
thanks again for all your positive thoughts and i'll keep you posted.
john teesside uk


John,
these are fantastic news! Yepee!!! Just make sure the Prednisone is reduced SLOWLY. It is usually recommended to reduce by 25-33% every 3-4 weeks once the dog is stable. By doing it too fast, you are risking a relapse. Keep spoiling that girl, she is a tooper and a real fighter!
Best wishes,
Brigitte
Brigitte BC Canada


John
That is very good news and tell Amy to keep up the good work. Looks like Amy is winning the battle.

Cheryl & Ginger
Cheryl & Ginger Pinevile Pa


YAY....doing the Happy Dance for Amy!!!

Continued thoughts and prayers for continued success!
Johnny


john,
That is wonderful news. How much does Amy weigh? As terrible as the pred is on their bodies you don't want to try to wean them too soon. Another thing it seems like you are having problems with her keeping things down. You have to be very careful with any foods that are too rich ie: gravy and any people type food as you do not want to bring on pancreatitis.
Congrats to you and dear Amy, hopefully it is all positive from here.
Penny
Penny Lytle Creek Calif


It is better than winning the lotto isnt it John, when you get those numbers! Im so excited for Amy and for you, but do listen to these other guys here - a LOT of knowledge and experience.

Lots of good wishes for continuing good numbers.

Silka
Silka Melbourne Australia


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