Recent Content by Betty Smith

For even a few weeks, prednisone can cause all sorts of problems. Sorry, I'm not trying to confuse you. I just had to put my dog, Maggie, down. It's been painful. The only thing that helped was having a long relationship with my vet really helped! I've had times I wanted to slap him...

PS: Your current vet knows it's life threatening! Prednisone is one of the worst meds out there for long term use. It has such severe side effects! Probability of B12 tabs absorbing with the thickening of intestines is not very good. Shots are the best option. Just let your vet be your...

Yes. Just have the Secretary at the vet's office send the records. Also, make sure the new vet is well versed in IBD treatments. You know that your current vet is. I'm not in favor of changing!

Sounds like there's a couple things. I was a nurse for 30+ years. It's not uncommon for those with family members who are dying to read up on their conditions and interject themselves in front of the doctors who are very familiar with the diseases. It's a means of going the distance for...