Canine Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia (AIHA & IMHA) - PCV Drop

Darcy's PCV has dropped from 13% last week to 12% today. Her clincal signs are still very good, but her gums and inside of ears very pale. Her blood is being sent for a cyclosporine absorption test. The specialist said to just keep a close watch on Darcy and another transfusion would be a last resort. She was so sick (pancreatist) with the third transfusion that I said I'd never put her through that again. The specialist is also concerned about doing one and said she could have a reaction even worse than the one before. She is at the maximum dosage of Neoral/Atopica and on 5mg/day Prednisone. The specialist took her off the Azathiropine and lowered the Prednisone dose from 30mg. to 5mg. because of the pancreatitist. She is afraid to increase the Prednisone again. I'm loving Darcy, spoiling her, and being thankful for every day I have her with me. I have placed her in God's hands. I want what's best for my sweet baby girl. I weep as I type this, because I'm not ready to let her go. All prayers are greatly appeciated. Karen

Karen NC

Karen, I have been reading all of the postings on this site for about the last 4 weeks. My prayers are with you and Darcy. The ups and downs and the not knowing is the toughest part. Our Cooper who was diagnosed just 6 weeks ago, is now on his 6th day of decreasing his prednisone from 80mg to 40 mg a day. I wake up each morning wondering if he will be okay, or will this nasty disease rear its ugly head again. Hang in there and know that everyone on here is praying for you. Kathi

Kathi New Jersey

You are such a support to everyone else... we are all sending you and Darcy the best.

Cynthia GP

Thank you, Kathi. I will be holding you and Cooper in my prayers, too. Karen

Karen NC

Thank you, Cynthia. That means a lot to me. Karen

Karen NC

We are lifting up total healing prayers for Darcy today. Try to be strong. When she recovers, this will become a distant bad memory. I thank God for every day that you have with her. SUE

Susie Delaware

Karen, Hoping Darcy stays strong! She's held on and fought so hard, I hope that she can hold on a little longer and let that cylco do it's job. She's so incredible, how her little spirit just looks so good, even when her numbers don't. She's obviously not giving up yet either. We'll be sending our love out into the universe for the little gal. melissa and tiggs

melissa slc

Karen, I am so sorry to hear you are going through a rough time with Darcy. You and Darcy are in our prayers. You two have fought long and hard. Hoping these posts give you strength. Hugs, Chris & Alex

Chris PA

I'm praying for you, too, and hoping that tomorrow will be a better day. I know how hard this is. Karen H.

Karen H. MO

Karen, I continue to be amazed by your and Darcy's strength through this entire ordeal. You are showing such compassion and love, and Darcy is being such a sweetheart through it all. Sending prayers your way. Sharon and Angel Raven

Sharon CT

Thanks you guys. You are incredible. Just knowing that you are going through this fight with me and even those, like Sharon, who have lost their babies but still continue to care is so uplifting and amazing. I don't know what I'd do without this forum. Karen

Karen NC

I am praying for Darcy. She has been through so much. You are right. It is in God's hands and he knows what is best. Leslie

Leslie Oceanside

Keeping you and Darcy in our prayers. We are hoping she is on the correct dosage of Cyclosporine and it begins to bring up her PCV soon. Darcy is such a fighter, I wish I could be half as strong as she is! Please keep us posted on how she is doing. Cheryl & Ginger

Cheryl & Ginger Pineville PA

Wishing you and Darcy all the best, Karen. I'm pulling for her!

Reid Hanson Wisconsin

Karen, Have you spoken to Dr. Dodds? I am wondering about Darcy's reactions to the transfusions? Did they type match her? Dr. Dodds specialty is blood so you might email her. Glad to hear that Darcy's other vitals are good and will keep you both in my thoughts and prayers. Penny

Karen Lytle Creek Calif

Karen, Keeping you and Darcy in our prayers for sure!!! She just needs to hang on and keep fighting, she can do it, I just know she can! Linda

Linda Sapphire

Karen -- I was sorry to hear of the PCV drop but, again, cheered by your comments that her behavior is still good. I will continue to keep you and Darcy in my thoughts and prayers. Please take care.

Brenda VA

Karen, prayers, hugs and paws up for Darcy. Hang in there and keep loving.......God will provide. sharon and angel Brandy

sharon pa

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