Friday, June 7, 2019

i131

Nahum is radioactive!


He went in for his i131 radioactive iodine treatment for his hyperthyroidism. We were able to coordinate the treatment when we were going to be out of town. He spent the week at the vets chilling as the treatment did it's thing. I was able to watch him from the webcam they had setup in his suite.


He looked pretty bored in his suite, even with kitty television going.


We got home on Thursday and picked Nahum up on Friday. Before we picked Nahum up, Theo was looking very subdued and withdrawn. For the first time in his life he was separated from his fluffy pal, and he's such a sensitive guy. Theo was soooooo happy to see his Nahum come back home! Sadly, Nahum needs to be quarantined for 2-weeks, so they will only have little visits for now and it's going to be a challenge not to give into Nahum's pitiful crying!


Meanwhile, Mr. Marv's health continues to decline. Before we left on our trip, he got an ultrasound (which in this area is a big deal). The report indicated no congestive heart failure (yah!!), instead mucus is building up in the lungs, due to asthma. That was good news, with that information, we know better how to treat his condition to help him cough the mucus up. The blood work however revealed his kidneys are much worse off now. He came back from spending the day at the vets and stopped eating and looked awful. We thought we might loose him leading up to our trip or even when we were away but he rallied. We certainly have the sense that our time with him is getting more and more limited.

10 comments:

  1. That is what my Katie will have if she winds up with hyperthyroidism. Robin had the treatment but it did not good. She was late having it as the Vet did not suggest until it was after the fact. My three sons and I all contributed to the fee. The boys had paper routes and they loved her with all their hearts.

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  2. Big purrs for both Nathum and Marv.

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  3. I am sure glad that part is over for Nahum. We all send gentle purrs to dear sweet Marv too.

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  4. We're purring for both Nahum and Marv. I love that you had a webcam to watch Nahum while you were away. I wish I'd has this last year when both Truffle and Brulee had to stay for an extended time at the vet.

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  5. I am glad Nahum's treatment went well. I am sorry Marv's health is declining.

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  6. Sending lots of healing vibes to Nahum and Marv.

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  7. We are super glad Nahum is back home. It must be hard being away and at least he has some good scents around him even if he is segregated. Our Rumpy is going in for an xray for his asthma tomorrow so we know the trouble that can be. We may get another inhaler. Purrs of support for your boys

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  8. There is a cat veterinary office near home, that specializes in the radioactive iodine treatment. Every time I drive past, I think about all of the cats who are in there, because they are getting treated, and how sad they are without their people. Here's hoping Nahum (and therefore Theo!) is happy to be home! I am sorry to hear that Marvin is feeling poorly; maybe there is another rally or two in him yet. Hugs and purrs.

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  9. I scheduled Jack's i131 while I was out of town too.. it was just easier.

    The radiation levels are pretty minimal, if it is stressing them out it might do more harm to keep them apart than to let him roam. I let Jack out once he got home and just kept him from sleeping on my head and neck - which wasn't as easy as it sounds..

    I got advice from a friend whose husband does this sort of stuff for a living.. as long as you aren't getting a lot of x-rays or traveling by plane a lot (well maybe you are) you will be fine.


    Purrs for Marvin, he's got a special place in my heart.

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  10. I am very sorry to read about Mr Marv. As you know, I've experienced something like that myself. I came here to thank you for your words on Parker's death, and found that you are facing a friend's illness yourself. May Mr Marv's remaining time be peaceful and content. I need not worry that he be loved.

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