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Post by starlingqueen on Feb 18, 2016 10:13:01 GMT
Nice to have some time to pop by to catch up. Does anyone know anything about diabetes?
Just had my old dog diagnosed with diabetes. I have been monitoring his urine for 6 years after his brother, owned by a friend, was PTS at 9 years old. I noticed he was drinking more and did a dip test that confirmed he has high glucose. He saw the vet yesterday who confirmed it and took blood. We are waiting for the results now and then he has to have a 24 hour stay at the vets to start his insulin.
However, I have noticed of 3 separate occasions, one being this morning that he seems to be having hypos. He shakes, seems confused and unsteady. After feeding him he settles. This morning I gave him some jam on his gums and he settled quickly. The thing is he hasn't had any insulin to cause a hypo yet and if the vet gives him insulin he could be in serious trouble. I don't understand what could be causing this? Hypo in the morning yet high glucose in his urine?
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Post by jellybean on Feb 18, 2016 13:49:54 GMT
Sorry starlingqueen, I know nothing at all about Diabetes. I'm so sorry your little dog has it. Have you had any test results back from the vet yet? |
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Post by starlingqueen on Feb 18, 2016 14:07:36 GMT
Sorry starlingqueen , I know nothing at all about Diabetes. I'm so sorry your little dog has it. Have you had any test results back from the vet yet? The vet rang and I told her about his hypo episode and she said he may have a pancreatic tumour. He has to go at 8.30 tomorrow for a blood test to see what his levels are doing. If that shows high insulin then he has to have a scan to see if it's a tumour. It's not looking good for my baby. My heart is breaking. |
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Post by Shirls on Feb 18, 2016 14:49:57 GMT
So sorry to hear this Wendy. After all the problems you've had of late. Hope it turns out to be nothing too serious. Diabetes can be managed in a dog.
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Post by jellybean on Feb 18, 2016 14:56:17 GMT
What a worrying time for you. Please let us know how you get on tomorrow at the vet. Thinking of you starlingqueen. |
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Post by OP on Feb 18, 2016 15:02:33 GMT
Sorry to hear of this Starlingqueen. I know nothing of diabetes other than there is more than one type, in humans anyway. I just hope it is treatable, whichever or whatever is causing the problem.
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Post by matecito on Feb 18, 2016 15:30:51 GMT
Emotional support is all internet can give related to this.
Trust what the doctor says, or get the opinion of a second doctor if you're not sure. And have every investigation posible.
But never treat your dog based on what you read on the interned, regardless from whom.
That being sayd... I'm sory. It's a nightmare, I know, knowing your dog has such problems... you're not good until you see him getting better/stabilised. Sending good thoughts to the furry sweetheart! And bellyrubs+ scrathings behind ears!
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Post by ffiscool on Feb 18, 2016 15:42:05 GMT
oh what a shame.. hope you can get him sorted...
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Post by starlingqueen on Feb 18, 2016 15:43:20 GMT
Thank you. I feel so broken. I can't eat because of the knot in my stomach. He hates the vets, it's the only time he ever tries to bite. he hates being away from me, actually howls and cries when I leave him, even at home. Not sure I can deal with this.
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Sept 5, 2015 11:51:42 GMT
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Post by matecito on Feb 18, 2016 15:52:01 GMT
You really must leave? Do you work? Can't you take days off? Or give up the job and take another later?
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Post by starlingqueen on Feb 18, 2016 15:53:56 GMT
You really must leave? Do you work? Can't you take days off? Or give up the job and take another later? No I don't work. I am at home all day but I have to leave him at the vets for treatment. |
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Post by ffiscool on Feb 18, 2016 15:55:25 GMT
maybe they can give him a mild sedative to calm him before you leave him?
could you not stay? they might let you if they see how upset he is
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Post by matecito on Feb 18, 2016 15:57:22 GMT
You really must leave? Do you work? Can't you take days off? Or give up the job and take another later? No I don't work. I am at home all day but I have to leave him at the vets for treatment. Ohhhh my god. That's horrible for a dog. I feel so sory for him. If my dog, God forbid, were ever in this situation, I'd put down a blanket and stay/ sleep near his cage. So heartbreaking... |
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Post by starlingqueen on Feb 18, 2016 16:04:25 GMT
I don't think the tests will work anyway. He has to have insulin with a meal then they test every 2 hours to see if there is any rise or fall in glucose levels, but he wont eat or drink unless he's at home, not even treats. If they give him the insulin and he doesn't eat, the tests will be useless and even dangerous. The vet always offers him a treat but he has never once taken it, even as a puppy.
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Post by ffiscool on Feb 18, 2016 16:06:37 GMT
are you able to do the tests at home? if shown? or could a vet come to you.. obviously not every 2 hours, but maybe to show you what to do etc
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