We always joke that you can set your watch to Charlene's daily drop in the box but about two weeks ago, things changed, and she's been experiencing a stretch diarrhea. We took her to the vet, and we put her on Metronidazole, hoping that would clear things up. It hasn't yet, so we've started another round of it. She also got a B-12 shot, and she's on a probiotic, too. Doc found bacteria in her fecal sample, and we're hoping that's what causing diarrhea and the antibiotics will clear it up soon. Her blood work looked really good.
You can tell she isn't feeling great. Bean's hyperesthesia kicks in when she's uncomfortable at all, and I think the irritation caused by 12 days of diarrhea is making her twitchy and anxious. She's been over-grooming and will wake from a deep nap to spontaneously clean herself. We've temporarily boosted her Gabapentin which helps with her hyperesthesia and plugged in an extra Feliway to calm her. Without kittens to care for, I'm able to dedicate a lot of time to her comfort and well-being, so I do what I can to ease her when she's having an episode.
Though she's not feeling her best, she does have happy moments. She's been enjoying the sunshine, the furnace, and all the entertainment that fall brings -- like bustling squirrels and falling leaves.
I hope things return to normal soon -- I hate seeing Charlene stressed out and experiencing discomfort. Please feel better, Bean!
Poor Bean! Thanks for re-linking to the post on her hyperesthesia. My boy has always been a bit on the neurotic side and I know he's experienced it over the years. I hadn't really thought of it lately because it hasn't been as bad, but rereading the link made me realize that the over-grooming of his belly I've noticed lately is probably a manifestation of it! I didn't put two-and-two together since he used to primarily do the rippling and twitching behaviors instead. We'll definitely mention it at the next vet visit!
ReplyDeleteGet better soon, Bean
ReplyDeletePlease feel better Butter Bean!
ReplyDeleteHas she tried a feline thundershirt? The feline hyperesthesia FB group has had some luck with it. We are thinking of getting one for Zoubi when she is frantic. They have a few videos on the group. I hope she gets well soon. :-) Get well, Beanie.
ReplyDeletefeel better soon sweet girl. x
ReplyDeleteWishing the Beautiful Bean a full and speedy recovery!
ReplyDeleteThank you very much for letting us know, Laurie. As always, I’m sending good thoughts your way for Charlene’s swift recovery.
ReplyDeletePoor sweet girl! Hoping Bean feels better soon.
ReplyDeleteSending PURRS and very best wishes. X
ReplyDeleteBE BETTER BEAUTIFUL BEAN...
ReplyDeleteFeel better soon, Bean! Poor baby! I just picked up two of mine from my vet today. They were having GI problems, too. They had bouts of diarrhea, vomiting, and no appetite. IV fluids, anti nausea meds and metronidazole seemed to help a lot.
ReplyDeleteGet better soon, Charlene! Daltrey is also having GI issues, so she's getting the B-12 shot, sub-q fluids, and meds as well. It seems like it's a little sisterhood of queasy tummies. :-( -darin
ReplyDeleteDon't worry Bean! You've got awesome parents who will take excellent care of you! :-)
ReplyDeleteWe've had good luck with unsweetened canned pumpkin.
ReplyDeleteGet better, Bean! No worrying your mom!
Get well soon Queen Bean!
ReplyDeleteOh dear. IBKC has been my go-to place for comfort throughout the resent years. Seeing you all like this breaks my heart in so many places. All the best and get well.
ReplyDeleteSweet Charlene, hoping your tummy issues ease up.
ReplyDeleteI bet the stresses of the Waddel litter-related grief could have opened the door to a flare up.
I will cuddle with my tabby guy (he is a VERY dark, shorthair...but a TABBY) and we will send our healing vibes.
If Charlene would accept vibes from a Humane Society foster dog named Bonnie, we would be happy to send them!
She still looks beautiful, hope you feel better soon Miss Bean!
ReplyDeleteCharlene, You have people all over the world thinking of you; so at every moment of your day and night someone somewhere is wishing you well. Robyn sends purry furry greetings, Eve, tries hard to escape, and Autumn is just chillaxing in her season of the year. SO know that we are all thinking of her, and Wylla, and You too Dear Laurie and Mister Man. Hugs and snuggles from Ontario.
ReplyDeleteFeel better soon!
ReplyDeleteGood luck, Bean!
ReplyDeleteOh, dear! Feel better soon, Queen Bean!
ReplyDeleteSmooch on the top of your pretty had is what i’m sending you virtually. Gail
ReplyDeleteOh, Bean....feel well soon! Sending warmest wishes....
ReplyDeleteI wish Charlene instant health, fingers crossed! She is so sweet and accepting, we all just have got to love her.
ReplyDeleteFeel better, Beanie baby! Sending healing waves your way.
ReplyDeleteTake care, Charlene. I hope you will feel better soon.
ReplyDeleteAww, Charlene, I hope you are starting to feel better now.
ReplyDeleteWishing a quick return to feeling good for you, Charlene. Your beauty and kindness to many kittens has a great many people wishing you well.
ReplyDeleteBean, Bean, the feline queen,
ReplyDeleteWho can imagine the things she's seen?
Squirrels and leaves and sparkle-ball scenes,
Kittens and marches and sewing machines.
All hail this puss who rules her roost
Even though her "stuff" is loosed :)
Soon enough, she'll be all better,
And meanwhile her fans here all wish we could pet her.
Bean, Bean, the feline queen,
ReplyDeleteWho can imagine the things she's seen?
Squirrels and leaves and sparkle-ball scenes,
Kittens and marches and sewing machines.
All hail this puss who rules her roost
Even though her "stuff" is loosed :)
Soon enough, she'll be all better,
And meanwhile her fans here all wish we could pet her.
great poem Mara :)
ReplyDeletesending good thoughts Bean's way.
I hope the lovely girl feels better very soon - nothing seems right when our kitties are unwell.
ReplyDeleteLovely Bean. Hope you're much better now.
ReplyDeleteAll good thoughts to Bean (and to Wylla too, of course! She needs her sister happy and healthy).
ReplyDeletePoor baby Butterbean! Just relax and let your people folks take care of you for a little while!
ReplyDeleteIt sucks being sick and not having a Universal Translator for Mom. Hope you are feeling better and can get that grooming under control.
ReplyDeleteFeel better soon, Bean! xoxo
ReplyDeletesending positive thoughts your way Charlene. Hope you are feeling better soon!
ReplyDeleteSending healing mojo to the beautiful Bean. XO
ReplyDeleteSweet Bean, I'm praying you're feeling better today. xo
ReplyDeleteDear kitty! All your friends at the Museum send their love to you. xx
ReplyDeleteI hope Charlene is mending and am glad you are by her side (you always are -- and would be even if you had kittens around). Tummy troubles are no fun for a kitty, as I'm sure Wylla has told her.
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