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by basketkase 06 Jul 2020 ( edited Jul 18'20 17:06 )
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THANK YOU EVERYONE for thoughts and prayers for Sammi......He seems better today, got him sub Q'd this AM and insulin on board and a good brushing and now he is happy....

UPDATE: Sam was severely dehydrated, even though he drinks a ton of water, also he has an infection somewhere, he got his antibiotic shot, 100 mils of sub Q fluids and we are having him tested for acromegaly. This is suspected in insulin resistance cats. It is a tumor on his pituitary and if that is the case, prognosis sucks.....it will take 5-15 days to get results as it has to go to a special lab, so his peeing episode this morning mounted another $600 bill....ugh! As long as he is not suffering, he is worth it. Since bringing him home not one accident. We have to sub Q him every day for 7 days oh and his insulin is raised to 4.0 units. Keep the prayers coming!!! I am a bawling mess, cuties!! Woke up to Sammi not being able to control his bladder....pee'd all over the house.....Andi got ahold of his doctor and he is at the clinic now getting assessed.....the doc is looking for Diabetic Ketoacidosis (spelling is wrong) due to the fact we are having such a hard time getting his sugar down. I fashioned a diaper out of a puppy pad until we could take him in. She is also going to give him a test to see if he has a tumor on his pituitary gland which can cause insulin resistant diabetes......will let you know what we find out......keep this boy in your prayers, please!!!

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Comments (18)
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by 02kar 06 Jul 2020
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You got it! My prayers going up as I type for you and Sammi. I think you are very clever to manage to turn a puppy pad into a diaper, too
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by crafter2243 06 Jul 2020
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I hope and pray that the doctor will be able to help Sammy. It seems he is still interested in food. I think that is a good sign.
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by airyfairy 06 Jul 2020
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You have really had a bad time lately. Hope Sammi gets well soon. Keep us posted. Hugs to you.
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by bemara 06 Jul 2020
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I had to operate my first cat on it, then he lived one more year, to you and Sammi a lot succeed, hugs Maria =^..^=
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by lbrow 06 Jul 2020
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So sorry Vicki. Hope they can get to the root of the problem soon. :Praying for you!
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by stork 06 Jul 2020
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So sad to hear VIcki. I pray they get him fixed up and feeling so much better........Praying for you!
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by asterixsew 06 Jul 2020
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Ten out of ten getting a pad on Sammi. Please give him a cuddle from me. Positive thoughts from me too. Take care
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by dailylaundry 06 Jul 2020
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So very sorry to hear this about Sammi. Stay positive - look at him eat - I would think that is a very positive sign!!! You did a great job with his diaper!! Keep us updated!! Hugs, Laura
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by 02kar 06 Jul 2020
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I'm grateful Sammi is home and doing a bit better. I don't envy you having to do all of this treatment, but I know for you, it is worth every penny, every hour it takes. My prayers continue.
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by sebsews 06 Jul 2020
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Good to see Sammi eat! I hope the doc will help him. Great job on the diaper. Hugs, hugs, hugs, Suzanna
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by lbrow 06 Jul 2020
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Glad you were able to bring him home.
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by graceandham 06 Jul 2020
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Thank goodness you are a designer. Diaper looks almost stylish. Hoping you get quick and cheaper answers to get him back straightened out and feeling perky.
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by sewtired 07 Jul 2020
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Poor dear Sammi. Good to see him eating. Prayers for you both. Medical science can be great, but not always. I'm glad they still have options to try. Hope you are still mending nicely.
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by pennifold 07 Jul 2020
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Oh! Vicki, this is so encouraging seeing Sammi eating. I do pray that the Doctors can help his condition. Prayers for you all. Love Chris
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by momac 07 Jul 2020
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My Prayers go out to you dear Sam. Hugs from Maureen
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by sdrise 07 Jul 2020
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Oh Vikki So horrible you both have to go through all this. I am still praying for both of you... Good job on the diaper. I hope and pray the doc can get him under control quickly... Poor baby... Poor you... I feel for you both. waiting for results is the worst... Feels like it takes forever. Know we are all here for you. HUGS
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by zoefzoef 08 Jul 2020
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Prayers send to you and cat !!!
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by pennyhal2 18 Jul 2020
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How is Sammi doing?
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by crafter2243 18 Jul 2020
There is an update.
http://www.cuteembroidery.com/10901010_sad-day-cuties-our-sammi.html