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1goddess
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Posted 10:40 pm, 08/29/2016
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Good to hear the good news!
I had to have one of my kitties put down this morning 
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realtime342
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Posted 7:21 pm, 08/29/2016
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Took cat to vet today, said everything looks fine. Gums looks good and she didn't need pain medicine. Said give her couple more days to eat. Gave me some really good can cat food and syringe, he put some on her nose and she ate it, then he got some on his finger and put it in her mouth. I feel much better after taking her. Hope she will start eating soon. He said give her time. Thanks for all the help, made me feel better just getting on here last night talking to all of you. I laughed at some of the post,, the one about the braces just cracked me up.
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mssassy
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Posted 1:23 am, 08/29/2016
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How is FIV transmitted?The virus is present in large quantities in the cat's saliva, and the most common mode of transmission is via bite wounds. Free roaming, entire male cats are at greater risk as they are more likely to become involved in territorial fighting.Occasionally FIV is passed onto kittens who's mother is FIV positive. This may happen either in utero or via infected milk.Cats don't become infected via mutual grooming, nor will the act of mating, although the biting that goes along with mating may pass on the virus. How is FIV diagnosed?FIV is diagnosed based on history, clinical signs and a blood test known as ELISA (enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay), which detects antibodies to FIV. It is possible to get false positive or false negatives from these results for the following reasons:False positive:If a cat has received the FIV vaccine it will have a positive test result.Kittens born to FIV-infected mothers may have received antibodies from their mother's milk. This doesn't mean that the kitten has FIV, just that he's received antibodies to FIV. Kittens who test positive should be re-tested at a later date.False negative: It usually takes several weeks for antibodies to FIV to appear in the blood, if the cat is tested prior to this it will show a negative result.If the cat is in the later stages of infection it may not be producing antibodies.An FIV PCR (polymerase chain reaction) test is available in some commercial laboratories. PCR detects the presence of the FIV virus in the blood.Western blot test or IFA (Immuno-Fluorescent Antibody Test): If a cat has tested positive for FIV it is sometimes recommended to follow up with either a Western Blot Test or an IFA test.If your cat has tested positive for FIV but you are not sure if it has had the vaccine or want to be sure it does/doesn't have the virus then you may be able to request a PCR (polymerase chain reaction) test, which will be able to detect the presence of FIV DNA in the blood. How is FIV treated?There is no cure for FIV, once a cat has it, it is for life. The goal is to provide supportive care to the infected cat. This may include: Regular veterinary check ups. Maintaining proper parasite control. Ensuring that prompt veterinary attention is sought at the first sign of illness. Feed a high-quality diet. Limiting their exposure to disease by keeping them indoors and away from the neighbourhood or stray cats. The use of antibacterial and antifungal drugs where recommended. Maintain a proper vaccination regimen to protect your cat from other infectious diseases. Blood transfusions may be necessary for stage 3. High-calorie supplements may be necessary for stage 3. There are other drugs available such as interferon and AZT which have been used in some cats, but it is best to speak to your veterinarian about these.
Should I have my FIV positive cat euthanised?No, this isn't necessary. FIV positive cats can live for many years, especially if they are given prompt medical attention when necessary and supportive care. Preventing FIV in cats: Desexing of all pets, not allowing them to free roam and testing all cats used for breeding.There is now an FIV vaccine which is available, it isn't 100% effective. Cats given the vaccine will test positive for FIV which may result in confusion, especially in the case of a cat being picked up by a shelter or council. For further information on the vaccine, read here... Which cats are most at risk of FIV?Un-neutered, free-roaming males are at the greatest risk of FIV. Any cat allowed to free roam is at risk of catching FIV.Can FIV positive and FIV negative cats live in the same household?The general opinion is yes, this is okay as long as there isn't any fighting between the cats. As FIV positive cats are more susceptible to opportunistic infections it is important to ensure the health and vaccination status of ALL cats in the household.Others suggest either keeping FIV positive cats isolated from FIV negative cats or rehoming the FIV positive cat in a single cat household. Your veterinarian is the best person to speak to in this regard. Can I catch FIV from my cat?No, it is not possible to catch FIV from your cat, nor is it possible for your cat to catch HIV from a human. While both viruses come from the same family, they are species specific.Related articles: Feline Leukemia Cat symptoms
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mssassy
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Posted 1:17 am, 08/29/2016
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They told me the same thing at a certain vets office two different cats got until they would not eat. Had blood work did for the same thing, both cats were carriers of the same virus. Both had to be put to sleep. If the cat don't get better have it tested save yourself some peace of mind, and money. I may be wrong but ask the vet.
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realtime342
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Posted 10:42 pm, 08/28/2016
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teeth was pulled because she has stomatitis. he was treating her with meds but didn't last long enough. I did what he thought was best for the cat, she is only 3 yrs old. they gave her morphine for pain. she seems fine except not eating. maybe she will eat soon. he cleaned rest of her teeth also. she came from the humane society.
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mssassy
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Posted 10:39 pm, 08/28/2016
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oh lord I can't believe I typed that should have read it better. My sentences we short and choppy maybe I need some rest. 
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Sparklin
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Posted 10:37 pm, 08/28/2016
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Nine lives but only one set of teeth.
Just ain't fair.
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mssassy
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Posted 10:33 pm, 08/28/2016
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Why in the world would they pull seven teeth at once? Being serious had a cat one time they said its teeth were bad pulled the teeth. Cat would still not eat. Gave it fluids sent it home. In three days had it back down there said its mouth was had inflammation or infection. Have them to do a blood test check for a virus it is like aides in human can't think of the technical term but had to have the cat put to sleep. I starting losing weight and when I took him to the vet the guessing game began and they got a lot of my money the poor cat was dying.
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realtime342
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Posted 10:33 pm, 08/28/2016
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reason for teeth being pulled, she has stomatitis. he was treating her with meds but wasn't lasting long enough. she was in pain when she ate. so its either put her down or pull the teeth. if she eats I think it will be fine. right now doing what the vet thinks is best for the cat. she is only 3 yrs old. I want to give her a chance. yes he gave her morphine for pain.
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Ole Sarge
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Posted 9:24 pm, 08/28/2016
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When my cat first got braces she quit eating stew beef and gravy. I think it got tangled. I could put it into a blender and mix in some salmon steaks and she would eat small servings. Now I am wondering if her taste for music will change when she gets hearing aids.
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1goddess
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Posted 9:05 pm, 08/28/2016
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dear gawd, if the cat is not eating or drinking, surely they've given you something to give it for pain...
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backwater
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Posted 7:58 pm, 08/28/2016
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How long before the cat gets false teeth??
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just-in-case
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Posted 7:53 pm, 08/28/2016
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Try taking a dropper ( general purpose syringe ) ..you will have to force feed the liquid ... if that don't work at least try force feed Pedialyte .
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1goddess
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Posted 7:48 pm, 08/28/2016
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is the cat drinking water???
get a dang kitten syringe and make her take something!!!
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1goddess
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Posted 7:47 pm, 08/28/2016
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why in the world did the cat have to have 7 teeth pulled??
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realtime342
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Posted 7:35 pm, 08/28/2016
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yes, I also tried chicken broth, gravy in can, juice from wet cat food. its just not eating. ill call vet in morning see what he says. thanks for any help
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Truthseeker911
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Posted 7:01 pm, 08/28/2016
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Have you tried canned food in pate' form?
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