My kitty w/cancer was just diagnosed with Anemia. PCV number has gone from 34 (June) to 19 now (9/18). There aren’t many options :*. Transfusions, as temporary one, was suggested. Is there knowledge of others having reversed this? Note: I didn’t ask but I guess the assumption is with cancer that it is autoimmune non-regenerative anemia, not one of the many other forms.
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Anemia, non regenerative
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Yes Nan. Anemia is very reversible. 
However, whether it can be reversed in your kitty's specific situation depends on her vitality and ability to heal.
Auto-immune cancer is usually very regenerative so it's helpful to know all of the CBC parameters in order to form an action plan. If you have a copy of the report, perhaps you can upload it on the forum (share it as an image or choose "attach files" below).
How's your kitty's BEAM, weight and other symptoms? What is she eating?
Have you already consulted a vet specialist in internal medicine?
However, whether it can be reversed in your kitty's specific situation depends on her vitality and ability to heal.
Auto-immune cancer is usually very regenerative so it's helpful to know all of the CBC parameters in order to form an action plan. If you have a copy of the report, perhaps you can upload it on the forum (share it as an image or choose "attach files" below).
How's your kitty's BEAM, weight and other symptoms? What is she eating?
Have you already consulted a vet specialist in internal medicine?
Dr. Jeff,
We’ve had 2 veterinary appointments since my posting. Low riders lab work shows he has low reticulocyte count. Our veterinarian says this indicates a non-regenerative anemia probably caused by chronic disease (?) so we don’t know if his lymphoma may or may not be the cause of the anemia. Low rider is a middle aged kitty who I trapped after it appeared he suffered balance issues with frequent falling. He improved as an indoors only kitty, but never fully. A year ago he had another recurrence of symptoms. Recently after his diagnosis of anemia he has declined to the point where hind leg weakness makes it very difficult for him to stand or get around. His appetite has been good and he does show inner life force. My husband and I do not want to introduce any stress into his life that might result from going to extreme lengths but we are looking for a way to address his anemia and improve his quality of life. In the past few weeks we have tried possibilities without noticeable results. What has been your experience with treating cases of non-regenerative anemia? And are you familiar with the experiences of other holistic practitioners regarding the treatment of this condition?
We’ve had 2 veterinary appointments since my posting. Low riders lab work shows he has low reticulocyte count. Our veterinarian says this indicates a non-regenerative anemia probably caused by chronic disease (?) so we don’t know if his lymphoma may or may not be the cause of the anemia. Low rider is a middle aged kitty who I trapped after it appeared he suffered balance issues with frequent falling. He improved as an indoors only kitty, but never fully. A year ago he had another recurrence of symptoms. Recently after his diagnosis of anemia he has declined to the point where hind leg weakness makes it very difficult for him to stand or get around. His appetite has been good and he does show inner life force. My husband and I do not want to introduce any stress into his life that might result from going to extreme lengths but we are looking for a way to address his anemia and improve his quality of life. In the past few weeks we have tried possibilities without noticeable results. What has been your experience with treating cases of non-regenerative anemia? And are you familiar with the experiences of other holistic practitioners regarding the treatment of this condition?
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Hiya Nan. I'm so sorry to hear that Low Rider's quality of life is not as good as usual. That can change, despite the diagnosis and prognosis.
The splendid news is that his vitality and BEAM are good despite his low red blood count!
It's also great that his platelet and white blood counts are elevated. They are indications that his body is trying to heal.
Was he ever diagnosed with hemolytic anemia?
Did the hind leg weakness first worsen when he started the prednisone?
Are you working with a holistic vet?
If you're not, and if doing so is a financially viable option, you might want to add one to your vet care team and seek someone out this week.
The holistic vet will help you fine-tune a fresh food diet and help you weigh the risks and benefits of the anti-inflammatory steroid.
You might also want to see if he'll eat some fresh organic liver or spleen and thymus extracts. These can help him make RBCs.
In the meantime, promote his purring and do everything that makes him happy.
Also, massaging magnesium oil into thinly haired areas like his groin and armpits can improve his strength and healing ability.
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Please let us know how he is doing.
The splendid news is that his vitality and BEAM are good despite his low red blood count!
It's also great that his platelet and white blood counts are elevated. They are indications that his body is trying to heal.
Was he ever diagnosed with hemolytic anemia?
Did the hind leg weakness first worsen when he started the prednisone?
Are you working with a holistic vet?
If you're not, and if doing so is a financially viable option, you might want to add one to your vet care team and seek someone out this week.
The holistic vet will help you fine-tune a fresh food diet and help you weigh the risks and benefits of the anti-inflammatory steroid.
You might also want to see if he'll eat some fresh organic liver or spleen and thymus extracts. These can help him make RBCs.
In the meantime, promote his purring and do everything that makes him happy.
Also, massaging magnesium oil into thinly haired areas like his groin and armpits can improve his strength and healing ability.
Magnesium Oil
I missed what magnesium oil is used for on tonight's Empower Hour. Could you please repeat? Thanks! Kristen
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Please let us know how he is doing.
Dr. Jeff, thank you for your helpful suggestions We have followed good dietary recommendations and his appetite has previously been good. Also daily magnesium, Bcmplx w/added B6, P5P, and many supportive supplements. He was not diagnosed with hemolytic anemia… the vet just said “probably from chronic disease “(?) and not IMHA due to low reticulocytes. I asked re: prednisolone and hind leg weakness and he felt the 2.5 mg probably would not affect it. His condition is changing and he is weaker. Thank you again, Nan
We have followed good dietary recommendations and his appetite has previously been good. Also daily magnesium, Bcmplx w/added B6, P5P, and many supportive supplements. He was not diagnosed with hemolytic anemia… the vet just said “probably from chronic disease “(?) and not IMHA due to low reticulocytes. I asked re: prednisolone and hind leg weakness and he felt the 2.5 mg probably would not affect it. His condition is changing and he is weaker. Thank you again, Nan
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You're welcome, Nan.
Are you using the magnesium as a topical spray or orally?
One other tip is that you might want to put together a detailed symptom timeline. The key to the current problem may be in the initial persistent symptoms.
A vet homeopath would use them to help you fine-tune Low rider's quality of life.
Are you using the magnesium as a topical spray or orally?
One other tip is that you might want to put together a detailed symptom timeline. The key to the current problem may be in the initial persistent symptoms.
A vet homeopath would use them to help you fine-tune Low rider's quality of life.
I use Carolyn Dean’s liquid Magnesium (oral) and I just applied topical magnesium (spray form) patted on skin following your suggestion. He did have what appeared to be a seizure. I had my vet’s Rx for Clonazepam for seizures on hand from another kitty. I used it. He slept into the next afternoon.
I’ll try to create at least a basic timeline.
I’ll try to create at least a basic timeline.
