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Hi again Ivan’s Mum
Couldn’t agree with Patrice more – this looks like an infection for sure – high neutrophils are a signal for that. Patrice is extremely knowledgable on tick diseases – I detest ticks too. Can I add that Worzel had ehrlichiosis from a tick bite rumbling around for many months, possibly YEARS – it triggered the IMHA (plus a vaccination while he wasn’t 100%) & stopped his bone marrow from working properly. I can’t stress how important it is to treat these horrible tick-borne nasties. Prednisone allows infections to take hold because of immune system suppression – so any infection must be treated as soon as possible – & hit with a big stick!
Googling individual blood test items is not to be recommended because it will scare the life out of you with all the possibilities – don’t frighten yourself. Sending copies of the blood tests on the Urgent Advice link is a much better idea.
Hope Ivan will soon be improving. Why do our well cared for dogs get this disease?Pure & utter bad luck – no fault on your part I can assure you.
Hi Marla
I really hope everyone’s messages have given you some support (thanks everyone) – you know now how much we all care about each other – that includes you & Dewey. All of us have thought our dogs were going to die from this evil disease – I did too – there were times of utter despair. Without the people I now know so well on here (I consider them to be close friends now), I think the loneliness – the isolation – of IMHA would have really got me down to rock bottom. It’s a long & winding road, Marla, sometimes with twists & turns along the way, but we will always be here to help you.
Love Sheena, Worzel & Ollie xxxxx
Hi Marla. So nice to see your post here. There is so much that you are going through with Dewey that will help other pups and their fur parents. This forum is to bring us all together; to console, advise, listen, and help. The combined knowledge and background of this forum, coupled with the glosserary, links and professional page for Dr. Dodds, are just a few of the reasons to be here with us.
We were, and many still are, right where you are now and we know this continual roller coaster can grip your soul. But, you ARE doing an awesome job with Dewey and hanging tight and are being adamant with your vet, insisting that he do as you request. We know how difficult that can be. Unfortunately, like others have said, many – too many – vets just don’t get the ins and outs, the tries and try something else, the protective supplements, even the weaning process. None of it, some of it, most of it – it’s not enough – they need to know ALL of it to fight this disease. And they need to keep an open mind. Then, this stinking darn disease CAN be beat. But it’s two steps forward and one back, much of the way. Stay strong.
We are thinking of you. Keep posting, keep plugging along (like me, the old woman, remember?!?). AND stay positive.
Love and huge hugs,
Linda and Sadie
Hi Mary. I am so sorry poor Mable is going through this. Sadue too has problems with her skin and consequently, her fur, this year from fleas. This is the first year this has affected her this way.
I agree with ALL Lynn says. I use mood grade DE all over: in Sadie’s bed, on rugs, anywhere where she lies or sleeps (except our bed) It has really helped!!! I have not seen OBE flea in over two months.
I also wanted to send you this link from Dr. Dodds mentioning Vitinin B supplements, like flea treats.com. See #3.
http://drjeandoddspethealthresource.tumblr.com/post/50941099993/q-a-with-dr-dodds-flea-control
I am going to get some and try for Sadie. Good luck with all this. It is heartbreaking to see them so miserable with these peaty critters!!!
Sending lots of love and rubs (instead of scratches) on those itchy spots,
Linda and Sadie
Tamara, this is such a fabulous video! I’ve already watched it 3 times and think I’ll need to see it some more! So, so funny, and the best thing is that Ashki looks so happy and so well! Thank you for sharing this with us. It’s brilliant :)
Loads of love to you both. I think you are wise to go slow but keep plodding on with new things.
Mary and Mable x
Just wanted to thank everyone for jumping in to send some support to Marla, and sharing your amazing stories of courage and hope.
We encourage everyone to post on the forum for this very reason. Everyone has something to share and contribute, and the support from others who have been through this nightmare is truly worth its weight in gold.
Thank you, wonderful people (and your wonderful pups!)
Mary and Mable x
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