Jakeysmum Posted May 7, 2008 Report Share Posted May 7, 2008 Glad to hear he is home and up to some dinner! Hugs all round x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
celeste Posted May 7, 2008 Report Share Posted May 7, 2008 So how did it go today ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillyMalc Posted May 7, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 7, 2008 Weeeell, it isn't that great, but having Mal home always makes me :biggrin: As from Mal's point of view: he went into hospital as if nothing was wrong, and came out again as if nothing was wrong - "yes I know my throat is bald and I got a plaster. And your point is?" The vet has had a closer look at the other lymph gland and was much happier with it than she first expected. She's taken a biopsy anyway, to be completely sure, but she's pretty positive that this gland is nothing to worry about The affected lymph gland has been removed, and they've taken a biopsy from his poorly gum for analysis. It still doesn't alter the sad fact, however, that Mal has 2 diseases which cannot be cured and treatment-wise couldn't be more at odds with eachother if you tried. Treatment for lymphoma would be chemo, which suppresses the immune system. Mal's other condition is an auto-immune disease :( On top of that it is such a rare combination that Mal probably is the first and only dog in this country to suffer from it, so they are, as the vet said, treading into completely unknown waters She's now trying to get more information from abroad, to see if vets there do have the experience - I think she's really making a massive effort for Mal and I really appreciate it - it's the best reaction I've had so far off any vet! Test results will be available some time next week, and then we'll discuss any further treatment. I know what I have said previously about Mal's treatment, but unfortunately my idea of maintaining him on a low dose of Prednisolone and Allopurinol won't appear to be doing him any good in the long run - "long" being defined as a month - so I'll have to let go of that one then. Thing is, Mal really seems to be largely unaffected by his illnesses, and as long as he continues to react like that I feel I want to explore all options that there may be to see if we can find anything that will prolong his quality of life. Back to the man himself: he was allowed a "little dinner" - yeah right! Scoffed his food and then demanded more! He's now back on his sofa and all is well in his world - and in that case so it is in mine THANK YOU all ever so much for your continued good wishes, I'm sure that they are at least part of the reason why Mal is still here today in the shape that he is in. THANK YOU!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
houndzrus Posted May 7, 2008 Report Share Posted May 7, 2008 Thanks for the update, still more from me and mine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Careli Posted May 7, 2008 Report Share Posted May 7, 2008 Back to the man himself: he was allowed a "little dinner" - yeah right! Scoffed his food and then demanded more! He's now back on his sofa and all is well in his world - and in that case so it is in mine After all he's been through, its good to see that food is still Mals number 1 priority I'm so glad he hasn't been affected too much by his ordeal today - unlike you I'm sure. Give the special boy a gentle hug from me please Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacobean Posted May 7, 2008 Report Share Posted May 7, 2008 Specialists are fantastic aren't they. Will keep everything crossed that she can find some valuable information from abroad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peachy Posted May 7, 2008 Report Share Posted May 7, 2008 Great to hear that Mal's largely unaffected by it all and is happy enough in his world to you both Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reds Posted May 7, 2008 Report Share Posted May 7, 2008 You should write something about Mal, what a life he is living. Now back to the foooooooood Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndwoman Posted May 7, 2008 Report Share Posted May 7, 2008 Good that the old soldier is eating so well and feeling happy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katiebob Posted May 7, 2008 Report Share Posted May 7, 2008 I'm glad to hear that he's home and happy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gemstone Posted May 7, 2008 Report Share Posted May 7, 2008 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tobleronie Posted May 7, 2008 Report Share Posted May 7, 2008 Glad he enjoyed his dinner and doesn't seem to affected by it all Sending positive thoughts for you both Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nettie Posted May 7, 2008 Report Share Posted May 7, 2008 I'm glad he's not affected by what is going on and is enjoying his scoff, love him! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rufus the wonderdog Posted May 7, 2008 Report Share Posted May 7, 2008 After the shift from hell that has given me a Well done Mal (got his priorities right with the food ) for you Billy on what must have been a very difficult day Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tootsmazza Posted May 7, 2008 Report Share Posted May 7, 2008 My heart goes out to you, it must be so hard knowing everything Mal faces, but at least he is happy and home and I am sure in his world that is all that matters. Fingers crossed for the weeks and months ahead. Marie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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