Canine Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia (AIHA & IMHA) - Trixie's hospital update 16/1

The vet called me at work this morning, she said Trixie seems to be doing ok, she wagged her tail at the vet this morning and went out for a short walk. Today they will do another blood test, what the Vet did say was they want to reduce the Azathioprine because of what it's doing to her immune system, she said they need to be careful because of any reaction she may have. The other medication, Antepsin, they are going to try the liquid form on her as it may be easier on her stomache. Last night she did eat her dinner. The bottom line is they need to get the right balance of medication for her. A new drug might be given to her, this is not the one I spoke about last night on here, can't for the life of me remember the name of it. They will call me again this evening with an update and I'll ask then. They also told me she will be there for a few days until they feel happy she has picked up and the medication is right for her. Tricia

Tricia UK

I know it is hard having Trixie so far away but it sounds like she is where she needs to be right now to get the drugs sorted out. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. Penny

Penny Lytle Creek Calif

Tricia, Trixie sounds as though she is doing okay and getting the best care. Thinking of you all and wishing you all the very best of luck, Jackie

Jackie pembrokeshire; west wales; uk

Thanks for your kind thoughts x I had another call this evening from the Vet, she still seems to be doing well. They have stopped as of today, giving her Azathioprine, because of complications (immune system/bone marrow) they will watch her careful now that they have stopped this medication. The pred will also be reduced slowly. Antepsin is now being given in liquid form, which will coat her stomach better than the tablets. Cyclosporin (sp) will be given in place of Azathioprine, it seems this medication will not effect the bone marrow. Tomorrow they will do some blood tests, will check for abnormal cells etc. The Vet said she is being as good as gold, not a whimper from her and no struggles with giving her x-rays etc. I thought, yup, "That's our Trixie" She did say she will probable be kept there over the weekend as they need to monitor her carefully, given the change and reduction of meds. She is dearly missed, but again I know, she is in the best hands. Tricia x

Tricia UK

Tricia -- glad to hear that Trixie is doing better. It does sound like she is in good hands. Please take care.

Brenda VA

Glad to hear that Trixie is doing better. Perhaps the New Year will bring ALL of our four legged friends better health.

Jason Black Myrtle Beach

Just had a call from the Vet, seems Trixie's RBC are remaining and not being attacked, also a test showed some quite bright redness (intestines) that dosen't look normal. This could be bleeding, I asked what would cause this and was told possibly the Pred. The Vet went on to say, they want to reduce the Pred, but have to be careful in case something else flares up. Tomorrow they will do a few more tests, they hope by Monday to see more improvement in her. I can't believe she is going to be away for so long. Tricia

Tricia UK

i would love to know what is wrong with trixie, my dog has been very ill this week and is now on antepsin and metronidlozole. thanks

Patricia Chapman England

i have a bedlington terrier, who is a darling, he has always been a sort of sickly dog, in particular he can be fine, and then stop walking go down and i have to carry him home he is now 3, last week, he had been bringing up loads of bile no food only at night, last week blood poured from his behind, no poo, vet gave him various drugs, no good, so he had him in on a drip, various blood tests all ok, swabs ok pancreas ok,kidney liver ok. he is now on antepsin metronidozole, and zitac, possibly ulcerative colitis, he came home today, and is a lot better, worried about when he comes off drugs, he has always had a very bland healthy diet no tins, chicken burns now on sensitive. any help pleeeeze

Patricia Chapman england

Hi Patricia. Trixie came down with AIHA last September. Sorry to hear about your terrier, hope he improves. Tricia

Tricia UK

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