Borrowing Alex's Condo for Jackson

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Caryl & Sebastian & Alex (GA)

Caryl & Sebastian & Alex (GA)

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I don't get it. I took Jackson for an echo today to see what is going on and it's not good. He, like Alex has HCM. Maybe even a little worse. Same cardio doc did the US. The one who told me Alex had 3-4 months to live 20 months ago. ( I was stupid and asked that time). I told her today that he is still going strong (unjinx) and she said "GREAT", did Jacky's tests and told me he has a few months. I am sick to my heart and soul. Why do they do this? Don't they realize that they have people that they might as well just shoot in the heart when they do this? I know that Jackson is having a hard time but I feel like she gave him different meds to try to help him along with a death sentence. I HATE this :sad:
 
I'm sorry to hear this .. But you never know .. perhaps these meds will give you many more months with jackson .. prayers being sent your way ..
 
(((Caryl & Jackson))))

FWIW, when Rocket was dx with the latest back in Feb'11...i was sent home to await for his death with no meds or anything...just a handshake and the "so sorry" talk....i did my own research and put him on the pred and bupe....he is still with me 10 months later.....

i think they tell us for us to prepare for the worst but hope for the best...i don't know...i was devastated....and cried lots...but had to snap out of it if i wanted to help my boy....

hang in there....

hope the meds do help and try to have a positive mindset...they pick up on our moods...i know easier said than done....but you gotta enjoy every moment you have them....the crying for the if/when will come later....don't let that cloud the joy your two boys bring you....

will be praying the meds help him and he proves them wrong!
 
(((Caryl))): I don't know if you are in the HCM yahoo group or not....you probably are since both boys have it but if you aren't, I'd check in with them. There are some very knowledgable people. I am so sorry the vet has done
this to you again. I wonder if there is another cardiologist where you can get another opinion although I know echos aren't cheap. Keeping Jackson in our prayers.
 
Marjorie and Gracie said:
(((Caryl))): I don't know if you are in the HCM yahoo group or not....you probably are since both boys have it but if you aren't, I'd check in with them. There are some very knowledgable people. I am so sorry the vet has done
this to you again. I wonder if there is another cardiologist where you can get another opinion although I know echos aren't cheap. Keeping Jackson in our prayers.
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The echo is right but her attitude was nothing more than clinical.It was very thorough I saw it. I knew there was something wrong. But I wonder why it's so difficult to say 'worst case could be'...I told her she said the same thing about Alex 20 months ago and she didn't bat an eye
 
Caryl...I'm so sorry you're goinb through this :YMHUG: .

Langhorne, PA, may be a bit of a haul for you, but the CARES clinic there has a cardiologist. I personally haven't had an experiences with CARES, but I do know people who have gone there for various other issues (cancer treatment; emergency surgeries), and they have been very happy with the service they received. I just wanted to offer it as a possible option for a second opinion...

CARES Vet Hospital

We've got you in our prayers....

Amy
 
Rocket & his Mom said:
(((Caryl & Jackson))))

FWIW, when Rocket was dx with the latest back in Feb'11...i was sent home to await for his death with no meds or anything...just a handshake and the "so sorry" talk....i did my own research and put him on the pred and bupe....he is still with me 10 months later.....

i think they tell us for us to prepare for the worst but hope for the best...i don't know...i was devastated....and cried lots...but had to snap out of it if i wanted to help my boy....

hang in there....

hope the meds do help and try to have a positive mindset...they pick up on our moods...i know easier said than done....but you gotta enjoy every moment you have them....the crying for the if/when will come later....don't let that cloud the joy your two boys bring you....

will be praying the meds help him and he proves them wrong!
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They should SAY that then. Thanks Claudia xo
 
TrixieCat said:
Caryl...I'm so sorry you're goinb through this :YMHUG: .

Langhorne, PA, may be a bit of a haul for you, but the CARES clinic there has a cardiologist. I personally haven't had an experiences with CARES, but I do know people who have gone there for various other issues (cancer treatment; emergency surgeries), and they have been very happy with the service they received. I just wanted to offer it as a possible option for a second opinion...

CARES Vet Hospital

We've got you in our prayers....

Amy
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I was recommended to the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine when J.D. was DKA, as a hospital that is really good, but expensive. It wasn't too bad a drive for me (a little over an hour) but would be further for you. I'm just saying that you may want to try for a second opinion. I was really impressed with the the U of Penn.
 
We saw a specialist for Kitty's diabetes at one point who reacted to my active participation by badgering me until she reduced me to tears.

I don't know why vets aren't all humane. I try to believe that their lack of people skills correlates with superior animal communication skills.

In any case, from then on, I learned that I should try not invest in the human interaction. Take the information, take the meds, let the prognostications roll off you. YOU KNOW that her prognostications are wrong, so do not get hooked.

Hoping the meds start to help soon. The nano-second that Jackson feels better, you will too.

Hugs.
 
((((Caryl)))) I guess the best way to survive the clinical approach of some vets is just to "let it go". One would think that people become vets because they love helping animals, not just because they enjoy diagnosing medical conditions. Anyway, we are thinking of you and Jackson (and Alex) tonight and praying that the meds will be the right ones and that they will help him. Keep on thinking positively.

Hugs,

Ella & Rusty
 
hi Caryl, I am sorry for the clinical approach the vet took with you. I don't know why they can't be more humane. I hope you can just let it go. I know you are doing the best you can for Jackson. I hope the meds will make a difference and help him. Mannie and I will keep you and you furkids in our thoughts.
 
I posted on FB - Nike's cardiologist gave her 3 months in May of 2010. Her heart murmer was the worst on the scale, severely enlarged heart, pulmonary edema, mitral valve disease, pulmonary hypertension. I didn't ask about life expectancy either and he threw it out there and it devastated me. But I posted when we got back on the dog heart forum - I was just bawling my eyes out - and at least 20 people replied with their dogs making it years and to not take it to heart. I guess its common for them to throw out life expectancy even though they aren't God ohmygod_smile Jackson only cares about each day, each meal, each hug, head butt, belly rub, treat - he doesn't think about tomorrow. Love him each and every day you have him.
 
Thank you everyone that answered me. You people are why I pay my subscription to this board every month...and I realize a few friends are busy with holiday and probably didn't see this so please don't take it to heart. It goes way beyond diabetes and dosing. It is your compassion. I know that you know I lost my mom this year and how much I adore my boys. This is absolutely knocking me for a loop. Jackson is NOT a diabetic but I feel that he is by association, a member since everyone knows about him that has been here for a while. No doubt with my endless efforts and your prayers and good wishes we will get my little love through this. ( UNJINX and to God's ears) :sad:

Where is this forum, Karrie and is there one for cats?

Love to you guys from the bottom of my/our hearts....


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Love,
Caryl, Jackson and Alex
 
Oh, Caryl...I'm late responding...but I'm so sorry they said that to you.
I am reminded of Elton John's lyric from 'Aida':
"unintended emotional crimes" :sad:

Alex proved them wrong, and i believe you and sweet Jackson will to.

sending vines, prayers, and healing energy to you, my friend.

Celi
 
My vet did that to me once....I looked him straight in the eye and asked him to show me the where he found that expiration date. He turned very red, stuttered and about 3 visits later, told me my comment had made him stop and really think about saying things like that. He no longer gives '...will only live xxx...' advice. THEY DON'T KNOW!

HUGS!!!
 
Squeaky and KT said:
My vet did that to me once....I looked him straight in the eye and asked him to show me the where he found that expiration date. He turned very red, stuttered and about 3 visits later, told me my comment had made him stop and really think about saying things like that. He no longer gives '...will only live xxx...' advice. THEY DON'T KNOW!

HUGS!!!
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GOOD FOR YOU!!!! AND THANK YOU :YMHUG:
 
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