Home From Vet Appointment

@CarolDM (203396)

Nashville, Tennessee

December 22, 2021 5:19pm CST

Just got home with Brendel from her vet appointment. She was given a 10-day supply of Prednisolone (liquid). While both have similar effects, prednisolone is the metabolized form of prednisone. Prednisone must be metabolized by the liver before it can be used effectively. The goal of steroids is get an immediate respiratory response if the cat is in distress. The cat can then be transitioned to inhaled steroids for regular management. We will see how she reacts to this treatment. Hoping for the best. She was starting to get dehydrated. Fluids were given as well. Thanks to all of you that are asking about Brendel. Hopefully I can talk about flowers or coffee or a sunset or Eeyore or something else soon. The Dude has been such a good "little" brother to her.

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@RasmaSandra (97912)

• Daytona Beach, Florida

23 Dec 21

They both look so cute together, I am keeping Brendel in my prayers and hope that the medicine will help her, Virtual hugs to you,

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@RasmaSandra (97912)

• Daytona Beach, Florida

23 Dec 21

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

23 Dec 21

Thank you so much. I appreciate you.

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@LadyDuck (502148)

• Italy

23 Dec 21

She looks so tiny compare to the Dude. I wish that she will react positively to the treatment. I send a big hug to you and your fur babies.

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@LadyDuck (502148)

• Italy

24 Dec 21

@CarolDM They both look so beautiful, The Dude is showing his support.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

23 Dec 21

She only weighs 6 pounds, he is about twice her size.Thank you Anna.

@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

24 Dec 21

@LadyDuck He is being so good. Right beside her when she takes her meds.

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Valerie J. Routhieaux

@just4him (323168)

• Green Bay, Wisconsin

24 Dec 21

Poor thing. I hope she does well with the prednisone.

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Valerie J. Routhieaux

@just4him (323168)

• Green Bay, Wisconsin

24 Dec 21

@CarolDM I'm glad you do. I hope it continues to improve.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

24 Dec 21

Thank you. So far I see some improvement in her breathing.

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@JudyEv (381739)

• Rockingham, Australia

23 Dec 21

I do hope the medications help Brendel. You really don't need this around Christmas.

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@JudyEv (381739)

• Rockingham, Australia

24 Dec 21

@CarolDM Oh no! That is really awful. I'm so sorry. No wonder you don't do Christmas.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

24 Dec 21

@JudyEv It is the worst time of the year for me. I try to just move on.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

23 Dec 21

I don't even do Christmas any more. After having 5 family deaths in December, not even on my calendar. Thank you Judy.

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@thelme55 (79311)

• Germany

23 Dec 21

Cute photo. I hope Brendel will be better soon.

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@thelme55 (79311)

• Germany

28 Dec 21

@CarolDM You are welcome.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

23 Dec 21

Thank you.

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@DocAndersen (54399)

• United States

23 Dec 21

hopefully the steriods do their work!

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

23 Dec 21

Fingers crossed.

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@DocAndersen (54399)

• United States

24 Dec 21

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@Juliaacv (56195)

• Canada

24 Dec 21

They looks so sweet together here. I only wish Brendel has the best reaction to the medication.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

24 Dec 21

He is being so attentive to her. When she gets her meds, he is right beside her. Thank you.

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@marlina (154103)

• Canada

23 Dec 21

Certainly hoping for the best for your little cutie!

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

23 Dec 21

Thank you.

@xFiacre (14782)

• Ireland

23 Dec 21

@caroldm Poor Brendel. Hope she picks up soon.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

23 Dec 21

Thank you. The meds should give her a little relief.

@Courtlynn (67089)

• United States

22 Dec 21

Fingers crossed tight that this works!

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@Courtlynn (67089)

• United States

23 Dec 21

@CarolDM of course

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

23 Dec 21

Thanks so much.

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@Ronrybs (21504)

• London, England

23 Dec 21

Yes, the Dude looks to being very protective. Hope this eases things for her

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

23 Dec 21

He is trying to support her. Thank you.

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Anindita Sengupta

@aninditasen (18198)

• Raurkela, India

23 Dec 21

She looks better. Hope she feels comfortable after taking medicines.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

23 Dec 21

She just started her meds. Thanks.

@LindaOHio (222222)

• United States

23 Dec 21

What a gorgeous picture. I hope that Brendel will have a quick response to the injection and the Prednisolone. We all are hoping and praying for her.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

23 Dec 21

Thanks, we will see. I really appreciate your support.

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@Babino (5756)

• Morocco

25 Dec 21

I hope he already feels well, and that there's no bad reactions to the treatment. Such lovely cats you have.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

25 Dec 21

She is a little better today. Thank you.

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@kaylachan (84701)

• Daytona Beach, Florida

22 Dec 21

I am sorry to hear that her health is failing, but I knew it would. Hopefully, this helps her out.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

22 Dec 21

I know, there is no reversing it as you know, but I hope this will give her some relief.

@rebelann (117196)

• El Paso, Texas

22 Dec 21

Awesome shot, they are both so beautiful. That's what they gave me for Ally, I wish I had known more about that stuff.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

22 Dec 21

Thank you. The Dude is trying to give her support. I don't like the long term effects but we are going day by day here now.

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@wolfgirl569 (135583)

• Marion, Ohio

23 Dec 21

Wishing her the best

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

23 Dec 21

Thank you.

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@Marilynda1225 (91013)

• United States

23 Dec 21

I really hope the medicine helps brendel

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

23 Dec 21

I hope so too. Thanks.

@garymarsh6 (23979)

• United Kingdom

23 Dec 21

What a beautiful photo. I hope this speeds up her recovery. Have a wonderful Christmas.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

23 Dec 21

Thanks Gary. I hope it can get her though, the bronchitis will never go away, just making her comfy. You do the same.

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@Dena91 (17029)

• United States

23 Dec 21

What a precious picture of your sweet babies. Continued prayers.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

23 Dec 21

Thanks so much Dena.

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