Indigo’s subcutaneous fluid injections are on hold. The progression of her reactions to them has been interesting. She initially put up no resistance, and it was an easy procedure. Gradually, probably in inverse proportion to how she was feeling, with the various medicines she was receiving, there was a greater and greater vigorous response. Eventually, once she was feeling better otherwise, Indie was complaining vocally and trying to get away from the process. Last night, she struggled so hard, squealing and hissing, that I could not complete it.
Though the veterinary said that, with Indigo’s recovery from her recent episode, she did not need any more fluids, I decided to continue them twice a week, to provide her with any replacement needed due to her being given Restoralax. That substance works by drawing fluids from elsewhere in the body and into the bowels, where they do the requisite job of softening the stools and permitting easier movement. Indie is still pooping adequately, but certain factors made me think a regular dose of Restoralax, amounting to little more than an eighth of a teaspoon a day, is a good idea. But its companion action - subcutaneous fluids - will be temporarily halted.
I will attempt an injection again in a couple of weeks, and see what reaction I have. For the moment, however, Indigo can savour her victory…
I don't blame her, I'd have been hissing long before. Would she consume any cat-appropriate broths or similar? If so, maybe that would provide a bit of extra fluid in a more enjoyable format.
ReplyDeleteGlad she is doing better.
ReplyDeleteC'mon, Indie...get better!
ReplyDeleteShe sure wasn't shy about letting you know it was a no go!
ReplyDeleteIf Indigo is complaining, she must be feeling better.
ReplyDeleteShe must be feeling much better to protest so vehemently. Eric used to frequently suffer from constipation, so I added a small teaspoon of water mixed well into his meals. It seemed to help him.
ReplyDeleteDear Indigo, I hope you continue on this good path and do not need fluids added later on. You look so lovely in your pose.
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