Canine Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia (AIHA & IMHA) - Latest on Clifford...

Good morning! I am hesitant to share this news because this illness with Cliff has been such a rollercoaster ride, with mostly dips. I just don't want to speak too soon. Clifford has been holding on to his 3rd transfusion and is steady at PCV 20. The call from the doctor yesterday was all good news! It seems that Cliff's immature red blood cells in the bone marrow are really surging! Cliff had been treated with an immunoglobulin transfusion last week as well as aggressive immunosuppressive therapy. His prednisone had been increased and 2 additional drugs were introduced right before he was released to come home on Saturday. He is now taking Doxycycline and Cyclosporine in addition to the Prednisone, and also takes Amoxicillin, Heparin injections and is still taking the Phenobarbarbital for pre-AIHA seizures. Cliff picked up a toy this morning and has started following me around the rooms again! His eys sparkle once again and he is smiling. That's why I was trying to post a picture of him yesterday...I am so very proud of my golden boy! Oh yes, and Curt is very happy too. Thanks again for your thoughts and prayers. I am also keeping your beloved pets in my prayers as well. Janice

Janice Newnan

Yeah! Congratulations. Here's hoping it is all good new from here on out, and you can breath a little easier. Way to go Cliff!

Jeanne Texas

Janice, I am happy to read that Clifford is showing signs of stabilizing. It must be wonderful to see a glimpse of the "old" Cliff. Penny

Penny Lytle Creek Calif

Oh My GOD~ That's a great news! I know exactly how you feel. Hope Cliff keep holds it up. Will pray for you guys!

Ellen Maryland

any positive news should be celebrated!!! i hope that 20 keeps going higher. the fact that the red blood cell levels are surging in the marrow is always a great sign.

josh california

I've been waiting to hear news on Cliff and this is GREAT news! It means so much when they feel good enough to show interest in their toys again! We'll keep praying, Leslie and Sunny

Leslie Oceanside

That is great news for Cliff, and to see his sparkling eyes one again! Prayers that he will continue to be on the road to recovery! Linda

Linda Sapphire

Janice -- thank you for sharing the wonderful news about Clifford. I'm sending psychic hugs to you, Cliff, and Curt! It sounds as if you and the vets are being aggressive and it has paid off. I will continue to keep you in my prayers and light the candles at gratefulness. Onward and upward for Cliffie!!

Brenda VA

Congratulations on your news!! Keep up the great work Clifford!!

Allie Virginia

Janice, I have been wondering how you and Clifford have been doing. Hope you are both well!

Barbara Georgia

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