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Post by moletteuk on Oct 29, 2020 17:23:25 GMT
If it's an abscess the timing seems a bit strange to me that it would come up immediately after the dental.
Thinking of you, sending hugs.
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Post by misscatafer on Oct 29, 2020 17:29:15 GMT
Yes Molette, this was my thoughts too, which is why I didn't even consider that that's what it could be, surely that would have been picked up during the dental? the vet said she squeezed the mass in the ear and pus came out, but she's not 100% confident to diagnose it, hence a second trip tomorrow.
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Post by moletteuk on Oct 29, 2020 19:09:27 GMT
I would have thought if pus came out then it's an abscess. I suppose it's possible they disturbed something during the dental or maybe the stress on the body of the anaesthetic and dental could cause a small abscess to suddenly escalate, I'm not sure. I suppose the question is whether there is an ongoing cause and if it's treatable. If they can drain it then it might well be worth considering trying a different antibiotic or doing a culture to find the right antibiotic.
I really hope the vet tomorrow can give you some better answers that make your decisions easier.
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Post by misscatafer on Oct 29, 2020 20:19:19 GMT
Thanks Molette, I'm really hoping the specialist will have more answers, especially as she was the one who performed the dental so will hopefully have more of an idea of what has happened.
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Post by deguconvert on Oct 29, 2020 22:47:17 GMT
I am so sorry that she is continually declining . . . and yet I am praying and hoping for a miracle for Boo and all of you!
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Post by yasmin on Oct 30, 2020 1:57:35 GMT
Hoping for the very best - abscess drained and treated with antibiotics, and Boo feeling a lot better afterwards.
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Post by misscatafer on Oct 30, 2020 13:47:09 GMT
It's terrible news... Inoperable aggressive tumour, growing very rapidly.... Affecting hearing, she's in pain, jaw is being affected, probably causing neurological issues..... We are devastated.
Only decision to make is when to let her go. We will bring her home tonight and spoil her, say our goodbyes then let her go when the time is right.
I can't believe we have lost two degus to cancer in less than 3 months.
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Post by moletteuk on Oct 30, 2020 15:30:06 GMT
Oh no, I'm so sorry, how devastating.
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Post by Bexi87 on Oct 30, 2020 17:37:43 GMT
Oh no, I am so sorry. Devastating for you all
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Post by bouncy on Oct 30, 2020 19:43:14 GMT
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Post by misscatafer on Oct 30, 2020 20:18:36 GMT
She's on Gabapentin, Metacam and another course of antibiotics. She's perked up after the pain relief but is still clearly a very poorly lady. We will just take it each day.
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Post by deguconvert on Oct 30, 2020 22:16:49 GMT
I'm so, so very sorry!! How very devastating! My heart hurts for you!! I'm truly sorry, Misscatafer!
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Post by yasmin on Oct 31, 2020 1:07:17 GMT
Very sad that it is bad news. Nice that she is with you now. Every moment with her is precious. My heart goes out to you.
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Post by misscatafer on Nov 3, 2020 10:16:48 GMT
Boo is booked in to be put to rest tomorrow. She's declining rapidly here. It's so hard as she has moments where she seems OK, she's even been on Toby's toy a few times, still eating and drinking... But her poos are indicative that her digestive system isn't right and she's losing weight. The mass on her ear is continuing to grow as well. She's spending much of the day just on the snuggle safe. I'm just relieved she's not alone at this time, and Priscilla is being kind with her.
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Post by moletteuk on Nov 3, 2020 15:55:19 GMT
Thinking of you x
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Post by hpdegus on Nov 3, 2020 18:10:47 GMT
I'm so sorry. I'm glad she has Priscilla and you to comfort her.
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Post by bouncy on Nov 3, 2020 18:39:13 GMT
I know just how hard this is for you all, and I hope all goes smoothly tomorrow. Treasure these last few hours. Will you take both ladies to the vet? Despite covid-19, my vet let me go inside with both Spidey and Silly to say goodbye. It helped a lot
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Post by deguconvert on Nov 3, 2020 22:40:15 GMT
I am so, so sad!! I'm very sorry, Misscatafer! The lump in my throat is big enough to make it hard to know what to say. I wish I could give you a big hug.
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Post by misscatafer on Nov 4, 2020 7:58:35 GMT
Thanks all. She's up and about again today, but clearly in pain. I just hope I'm not letting her go too soon. no I'm not allowed in the vets, will have to wait in the car. I'm not sure about Priscilla, she's only been living with us for 13 days, so not sure how much of a bond has grown really.
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Post by misscatafer on Nov 4, 2020 16:11:10 GMT
She's gone now, I put her back in the cage afterwards and Priscilla had 4 hours with her which she spent cuddling, warbling, grooming.... Was so heartbreaking. I have cried so much today, such a difficult decision.
We are now going to put her to rest with Toby, sleep well little love.
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