[Felvtalk] Twigs- Felv and asthma

[Ashley Egger]

Thank you for the kind words and encouragement!! It really means a lot especially coming from people that get it. I will look into the things you mentioned. Congrats on your new kitty and so sorry for your loss of your other baby. I adopted Twigs shortly after the sudden tragic death of my beloved Boo, my cat of 10 years. Twigs has def helped me heal from losing Boo but it makes all this Felv mess even harder. Enjoy your new baby and thanks again!

Ashley

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> On Jun 14, 2016, at 7:22 PM, Rachel Dagner <rdagner at novahrc.com> wrote:
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> Hi Ashley, 
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> I am so sorry to hear your baby Twigs is having problems. We all know how devastating it is to have a sick baby. I don't know anything about stomatitis so I did some reading on it. Sounds like it can be a very painful and life threatening illness if it gets bad. From what you said he is still eating and acting normal though. I read where some kitties have had teeth cleanings followed with regular brushings and that this can help. Not sure how much it would help a felv cat or if he would even let you brush but maybe something to consider. I have a new baby after losing my felv baby and am bound and determined to brush her teeth and get her used to it. 
> As for the asthma I would probably try the medicine and see if it helps. I checked my Marty Goldstein book and he says he uses something called Dr. Christopher’s Breathe Aid and Pinellia 16 for coughing and asthma. So maybe something you can look into as well.
> I am glad you are feeding him good food and giving supplements. I am praying that whatever treatments you chose are effective and help him live a longer and healthier life. We can only do what we can that is within our financial means for our babies and sometimes you can spend everything you have and still lose to this sad disease. Just give him love and enjoy everyday you have with him. You are a good mommy and you love him and he knows that. I will keep you both I my prayers. I hope you will stay with us through your journey and lean on us as needed. It was very helpful for me to have this group to come to for support. 
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> Rachel 
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>> On Jun 14, 2016, at 6:18 PM, ashley egger <ashleyeegger at gmail.com> wrote:
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>> Hi there!
>>    I've been lurking for sometime, ever since my cat Twigs was diagnosed about a year ago.  I figure it's time I post something and put myself out there and hopefully some of you may have experience or suggestions with some of things I'm facing.
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>>    Twigs is 2 years old, got him from a rescue where he tested negative and was vaccinated against Felv.  Then he developed a cough, I took him to the vet and got a terrible surprise- he tested positive (and had been exposed to no other cats since adoption.) so I'm guessing he got it while with the rescue or a false neg. the first time.    Anyway- vet diagnosed Felv and stomatitis, but his bloodwork was perfect.  He acts perfectly normal- eating, playing, etc.  I am just filled with dread at the thought that he may not always be like this. Back at the vet today for check-up- had them do another Elisa test- still positive (damnit) but bloodwork still perfect and he has actually gained weight (a plump healthy 10-11lbs) and vet said he seemed remarkably healthy. He still has the cough and vet diagnosed asthma after I showed her a video of him having one his "spells."  He does it on average once a day or every other day.  She prescribed advair inhaler for the asthma and full extraction of all his teeth for the stomatitis.
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>> My questions I guess are:
>> -Anyone have cat with both felv and asthma?  any concerns with inhaler use?  Is this the best treatment?
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>> -Any thoughts on the stomatitis and anyone have experience with the extractions?  Is this the best treatment?
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>> -Also what can I do to prolong this mostly healthy time for Twigs and prevent (or at least delay) his decline from the felv (ugh I HATE that word so much.)  Realistically how much time do I have? I feed him good grain free food and he takes multiple supplements currently.
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>>   I will do whatever I can to prolong his life and comfort, but cost is definitely an issue too.  Anyway thanks in advance for any help. 
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>> -ashley
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