Help Needed! :( Frankie Mae' was Diagnosed w/ Hip Dysplasia

[bullyluv34]

Forgot to ask, will this Gabapentin help make her stable to walk?

Yes..Gabapentin I am very familiar with. Our Rottie had Spinal Stenosis and wasn't a candidate for surgery, because of bad back and other issues. She was in extreme pain and we tried everything. We took her to a Specialty Teaching Group, and with one dose of Gabapentin , she was pain free. It is a Neuro blocker. The pain is still there, but the drug interrupts the signal from the painful area to the brain. You can't miss a dose and she also had Tramadol, Robaxin and accupuncture treatments. But..without it, we had zero options. It is used in humans as an epilepsy treatment. Most vets do not know about it, but it's become much more widely used in Vetrinariy Medicine lately. But...you MUST get a proper diagnosis..I'm thinking a neuro will be able to diagnose correctly.

I hope you are able to find out what is going on..it's so hard to watch them and not be able to fix it.

 

[2BullyMama]

Frankie has had a "ruff" weekend, she was okay Saturday and then today she is now having trouble with her front legs as well as her rear. Tomorrow can't get here fast enough... I am literality sick to my stomach think I've cried ALL my tears and she just tries to keep going. I have had her sedated in her house but she just sits there and shakes.. she lashed out a few times today and I know its just her pain. I am really scared at this point. I really HOPE the Gabapentin will hope help, I can't wait to wake up and go.. I just don't know why shes loosing balance and not able to stand without falling. About 7pm she finally got up on all fours, but she was very unstable and she just looks SOO scared.. Yes, she has a wonderful vet that cares A LOT about her so she's very lucky. My husband actually mentioned a "doggie wheel chair " for her earlier.. @JAKEISGREAT,2bullymomma, I will DEFIANTLEY talk to him about Gabapentin, I really hope this is what my baby needs to start walking and being back to her happy, chipper, bully self soon.. My heart is breaking :,(

Please keep us posted tomorrow.... try to get some sleep, she senses your fears and worry and can be why she 'snapped' earlier. You will be in my thoughts tonight and tomorrow....

 

[bullyluv34]

Thank you, I know its like it can't come FAST enough, but he is just ruling out everything, but I hope this time hasn't been devastating to her prognosis. We will see tomorrow morning. But yes, I think I am mentally and emotionally drained. I will keep ya posted as soon as I get some news tomorrow. Frankie sends a big bully Thanks

How frustrating is this ordeal for you, Honey, sending lots of strength to hang on
and hang in there, I just can't imagine how difficult this must be. I'm exhausted
just reading of it and you still have more visits to get a dx...Geez!!!

It's great she seems to be feeling better, know that lifts your heart some.

Praying hard it's fixable...GOD bless y'all. Much love & hugs of comfort!

 

[bullyluv34]

I will as soon as I get home and get her situated. I will be heading to work and I will post what the Neuro has said. Thank you Im trying

Please keep us posted tomorrow.... try to get some sleep, she senses your fears and worry and can be why she 'snapped' earlier. You will be in my thoughts tonight and tomorrow....

 

[JAKEISGREAT]

Forgot to ask, will this Gabapentin help make her stable to walk?

If her pain is because of a nerve issue, once the pain is blocked,, they can usually walk. In my Ana's case, the pain was so intense, she couldn't move without just excruciating pain. But..every one will be different.. I'm hoping and praying its this sort of problem.

 

[bullmama]

Reading your last few posts broke my heart, I sure hope you both get some answers today.


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[Izzy's Mom]

oh boy... waiting to hear back from you

 

[JAKEISGREAT]

Just checking in..thinking of you and Frankie Mae..

 

[bullyluv34]

[MENTION=2092]JAKEISGREAT[/MENTION], [MENTION=2]desertskybulldogs[/MENTION] [MENTION=6190]Izzy's Mom[/MENTION], [MENTION=5315]Texas Carol[/MENTION] Been at the vet specialist since 9:20 this morning, just got to my office. There is nothing / not even medications that will help Frankie. neurololgist and orthopedic said there is nothing to that can be done Frankie has too much going on Neurotically and Orthopedically. I am VERY devastated. He told me it was up to me, he said its not going to hurt her, but he told me that I am the one whos with her and I really need to evaluate what they said and determine what I think is best. :,(

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if I wanted to try the Gabapintin,

 

[Texas Carol]

Oh my dear friend, what devastating news, I am such so terribly sorry.

Teared up instantly as I thought of how much you're reeling in shock & horror,
how much your heart is hurting, I very much hope you've got someone to be
with you to give comforting hugs & help as you are trying to absorb this news.

If there were words to say to ease your heartbreak, I'd yell them over & over!

Please know, I believe in the goodness & love of GOD and I believe in the power
of prayer, I will continue to lift both of you before GOD's ear for a miracle.

Sending hugs of support, sympathy & hope, much love for you & Frankie.

 

[2BullyMama]

@JAKEISGREAT, @desertskybulldogs @Izzy's Mom, @Texas Carol Been at the vet specialist since 9:20 this morning, just got to my office. There is nothing / not even medications that will help Frankie. neurololgist and orthopedic said there is nothing to that can be done Frankie has too much going on Neurotically and Orthopedically. I am VERY devastated. He told me it was up to me, he said its not going to hurt her, but he told me that I am the one whos with her and I really need to evaluate what they said and determine what I think is best. :,(

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if I wanted to try the Gabapintin,

I have no words, but know we are here to support you in what ever you decide. if the Gabby is an option will it hurt to try it?

 

[Scueva]

@JAKEISGREAT, @desertskybulldogs @Izzy's Mom, @Texas Carol Been at the vet specialist since 9:20 this morning, just got to my office. There is nothing / not even medications that will help Frankie. neurololgist and orthopedic said there is nothing to that can be done Frankie has too much going on Neurotically and Orthopedically. I am VERY devastated. He told me it was up to me, he said its not going to hurt her, but he told me that I am the one whos with her and I really need to evaluate what they said and determine what I think is best. :,(

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if I wanted to try the Gabapintin,

My heart goes out to you. What is her diagnosis?

 

[JAKEISGREAT]

I'm so sorry. I just am sad beyond words. Having had a beloved dog with neurological issues, I had prepared myself for just the words you received. in the end, we had an option. Devastating that you don't have one. If it were me, I would try the Gabapentin. It just takes a few doses to know if it's helping.. It won't make anything worse and then you will know you tried it. I'm so..so sorry .

 

[bullyluv34]

They didn't get me a specific dx. They just both ( neurologist, orthopedic surgeon) kept tell me that "she has so much going on, and if they focused on fixing her knees, and hips still neurological would get worse.. He told me that im her owner and I need to chose and and make a decision because I live with her.... so I know what best.. is

My heart goes out to you. What is her diagnosis?

 

[bullyluv34]

[MENTION=2092]JAKEISGREAT[/MENTION],@2bullymoma [MENTION=5315]Texas Carol[/MENTION], I am NOT giving up on my baby, I had her vet call in the Gabapentin. She had her 1st dose last night and 2nd this morning. I am NOT letting her go without a fight.. so, I should know if its going to work within a few days?