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Recovery from "Saddle Thrombosis" in cats?
I've read up on the condition, so I already know what it is, what causes it, how to diagnose, treat, etc. My cat has always been at high risk for it, so I wasn't entirely confused or surprised when he recently began exhibiting the signs. What I'd like to know, if anyone out there has had prior experience with the condition, is more about the probability/degree of recovery that is possible.
Since most cats are reportedly euthanized after experiencing the blockage, I've not found much about potential recovery, other than the fact that the chances are slim. My cat is only 5 years old, so unless he's guaranteed to be living a life of constant pain from this point onward, I'd rather take the slim chance.
Since the initial "attack," he has already exhibited an increased ability to utilize his hind legs, although he still has problems with bladder control, and the obvious pain he was first experiencing has similarly abated somewhat (even after the pain meds have worn off), so please tell me---has anyone out there ever taken the time/given the care necessary to see a cat through this horrible ordeal, and is the hope that my cat will regain at least partial normality just wishful thinking, or is continued perseverance justified?
Simplified version: Have you or anyone you've known ever been witness to a cat who has regained at least partial mobility after suffering an attack of saddle thrombosis?
Cats have amazing recuperative abilities, but there are limits. My cat did recover much of his hindquarter mobility, and was even able to use his litter box to some degree after this attack, but the care level he required was well beyond what most people would likely be willing/able to provide (lots of clean-up ops). He did live for another year, but his death wasn't peaceful, and I still wonder if it wouldn't have been more merciful to euthanize him, however sad it would've made us.
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- J CLv 79 years agoFavorite Answer
Your best bet is to set up a consultation with a veterinary cardiologist. This can generally be done via phone call (there will still be a charge) if there isn't one available in your area. Also, if you live near a big vet school, they will have specialists on staff there available for phone consult (places like U Penn, Cornell, Tufts, UC Davis). These vets are aware of the cutting edge of treatment options, and will give you an honest assessment of the specifics about your cat's chances. Good luck - and hopefully they will be able to offer you some hope that your regular vet cannot!
Source(s): many years of cat rescue - 6 years ago
Hi my cat just had this in the early morning hours of Saturday. I am determined to give him a full recovery. Initially he was fully paralyzed from the waist down, and the veterinarian recommended euthanasia. There was no way I was euthanizing my cat without giving him the best possible chance to recover. I am an energy healer and used energy healing techniques on him while still in the vet's office. I was thrilled to feel his left leg start moving just 2-3 hours after the incident. Within 2-3 days after, we had also reversed most of the right leg paralysis. Today he walked normally albeit gingerly because he has been dragging his right foot (bending the toes) for a couple days.
In energy healing, we look for the symbolic meaning of an incident. In this case, I can see where I am paralyzed in my life and where I've shut down my heart. He's also hyperthyroid which is symbolic for blocking intuition. I am addressing all those issues with energy healing, and he is improving daily.
I am though having to syringe feed him right now so my main focus for the moment is on getting his appetite back (mirroring my own current abundance issues).
I had a cat go into extreme kidney failure nearly 3 years ago, and I was told basically the same thing, that there was no hope. They were wrong. I used energy healing, and he's still here happy and healthy nearly 3 years later.
I say don't give up on your cat. The healing power of love is huge. Cheers.
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- 7 years ago
My cat, Raj, recovered from saddle thrombosis. I found him in pain over a month ago. Fortunately he only had issues with one hind leg. While discussing what to do about Raj with my vet, Raj moved next to my leg and looked up at me and meowed a desperate meow. We decided to give him one more day. So I went home and moved all of his things to my bed on some old quilts and we dug in for the day and night. I thought it would be our last day together. My vet said I would know by the next day if Raj could pull through. During the night I kept checking the temperature of his legs and I swore his body temp was returning to normal, or maybe I just wanted him to be better. The next morning he drank some water and eventually ate a few pieces of food. The only problem he seemed to have was that his back leg and foot did not work properly. He walked a few steps and seemed to collapse in frustration. The front of his food curled under so that he actually walked on the top of his foot, but his spirit seemed to get better every day. Two weeks later, he was able to use his foot properly most of the time, but with a limp. As of today, over a month later, his limp is gone. He functions at the level he did prior to the saddle thrombosis. Now I am debating whether to visit a cardiologist to get more information, and possible treatment. The biggest problem is that Raj hates to take medicine and will just avoid me. Should I fight with him every day to take medicine, or just let him enjoy his life until this happens again?
