Six's pancreatitis

[Amy and Six]

I noticed rrrinphx posted about a related issue, but didn't want to hijack that condo.

Six was officially dx with pancreatitis today. His symptom major symptom has been lethargy. His appetite is the same - no vomiting or nausea. He doesn't appear to be in pain (I know...cats aren't great at showing pain). His CBC did show elevated pancreas values and slight dehydration (HCT 50% - reference is 30-45).

His SPEC -FPL came back at 16 today. According to IDEXX the value should be under 3.5. In November his liver/pancreas were ultrasound and no growths were found at that time.

He is current on Lantus BID 3 IU.
Atenolol for heart condition
Azithromycin (possible upper respiratory infection - started Fri 2/11)
Zentonil (milk thistle for liver support - started Fri 2/11)

I am looking for useful websites that can provide more information than I have been able to find via Google. I am looking for just information about p~titis and treatment options.

I am also looking for any information about support I can provide him to help him feel better.

I have read that digestive enzyme supplements can be helpful too. Has anyone had experience with this and is Forta Flora considered a digestive enzyme?



I would welcome any advice others have too.

 

[Pam and Layla]

Hi Amy,

Jojo and Bunny wrote a nice post some time ago about chronic pancreatitis. Here is a link to the read-only post on the old board.
http://www.felinediabetes.com/phorum5/r ... 722,876722

I hope this gives you ideas to discuss with your vet.

Best,
Pam & Layla

 

[Amy and Six]

Thank you Pam and Layla! I did a search on this board, but didn't think about the old board (I only used the old board for two weeks before it died). This is perfect!