AMAZING GRACE
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Post by Celeste Charles. |
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Sachi’s newest addition, “Amazing” Grace, was pulled from the Downey shelter and immediately taken to Newport Harbor Animal Hospital in Costa Mesa.
Here are the initial exam notes: X-rays of head, chest and spine were taken. Chest x-rays didn’t show a significant infection, but there is possible mass. It may be in the medium steinum (tissue between bone and heart), thymus or heart. Spine x-rays showed either infection or a tumor in the vertebrae along with “horrid” arthritis. Head x-rays were challenging as she did not sit still. The side of her nostril where the blood was coming from was clear, but there was possibly something visible in the other nostril. All X-rays are being sent to a radiologist for further examination. 5 samples were aspirated from the growth on the teet and are being sent out for cytology by a pathologist. Senior panel sent out, which includes super chem. 27, cbc, urinalysis, heart worm test and thyroid levels. A urine culture and sensitivity was also sent out because if there is a bone infection, the bacteria will often show up in the urine.
Grace is starting on anti-biotics that will help treat the lungs and bacteria found in bone. Lung infection is not severe, but the possible bone infection is concerning. Results of the C&S will determine further antibiotic therapy. She displays neurologic deficits. Causes could be from the spot on the spine, severe arthritis or from significant muscle mass loss as she is emaciated. Pending results will determine next steps and further tests like ultrasound will be performed.
Grace has a LONG road and a lot more test once initial results come back and we promise to continue to share her journey, diagnosis and treatment with you!
Here are the initial exam notes: X-rays of head, chest and spine were taken. Chest x-rays didn’t show a significant infection, but there is possible mass. It may be in the medium steinum (tissue between bone and heart), thymus or heart. Spine x-rays showed either infection or a tumor in the vertebrae along with “horrid” arthritis. Head x-rays were challenging as she did not sit still. The side of her nostril where the blood was coming from was clear, but there was possibly something visible in the other nostril. All X-rays are being sent to a radiologist for further examination. 5 samples were aspirated from the growth on the teet and are being sent out for cytology by a pathologist. Senior panel sent out, which includes super chem. 27, cbc, urinalysis, heart worm test and thyroid levels. A urine culture and sensitivity was also sent out because if there is a bone infection, the bacteria will often show up in the urine.
Grace is starting on anti-biotics that will help treat the lungs and bacteria found in bone. Lung infection is not severe, but the possible bone infection is concerning. Results of the C&S will determine further antibiotic therapy. She displays neurologic deficits. Causes could be from the spot on the spine, severe arthritis or from significant muscle mass loss as she is emaciated. Pending results will determine next steps and further tests like ultrasound will be performed.
Grace has a LONG road and a lot more test once initial results come back and we promise to continue to share her journey, diagnosis and treatment with you!