Search Results for Query: megaesophagus

  1. JuliaB

    Megaesophagus diagnosis

    ...They took some biopsies to be sent out for examination, but the internal vet specialist seems to think he has a rare condition called megaesophagus along with an esophageal diverticulum. The good thing is that his weight loss hasn't been very extreme and he's had no bouts of pneumonia, both...
  2. fionasmom

    Megaesophagus diagnosis

    Search Results for Query: megaesophagus These are previous posts about this condition, if there is any information here which might be helpful.
  3. I

    I really need help with bottle feeding. :(

    Update: this kitten is now 205 grams. I’m starting to think he suffers from megaesophagus. He keeps aspirating milk and it’s already been 3 visits to the vet. He has been given aclomovox twice already. I tried miracle nipples , synringe, bottle, and i don’t know what to do anymore. I can’t...
  4. FeebysOwner

    How to treat MegaEsophagus

    ...You could also crunch up some of the dry to use as a topper to his slurry. I don't know if it will be helpful, but it might be worth looking at some of the previous TCS posts about megaesophagus in case you can glean any info/tips from them. Search Results for Query: megaesophagus | TheCatSite
  5. LLoydE

    How to treat MegaEsophagus

    HI Everybody I found this site 3 weeks ago and got great advice from a lot of people. So I thought I would stop in here. and see what extra help I can get now. a month ago. I had to check in on my Mother in law cat Ziggy. he is a 12-year-old dsh. and was basically taking care of HER. that right...
  6. LLoydE

    How to treat MegaEsophagus

    ...are really great ideas. I am into 3d printing. So after seeing what you guys were talking about. I took the dive and went searching. MegaEsophagus Feeder For Small Cat by shaynathemaker I am not sure about the price yet. but should be worth around $20 to print this. I am a little worried...
  7. javannalynn

    Kitten constantly vomitting. Checked twice by vet, operated to check intestine. Please read

    have they checked her esophagus? I have a cat that vomits often and he has a condition called megaesophagus. it took us a while to come to the diagnosis but once they did an x-ray of the esophagus it was easy to see what the issue was. It is not very common in cats so might not be something the...
  8. T

    Please help! Cat lethargic and licking mouth a lot

    ...things out to ensure there is not something medically wrong. He said while it’s rare in cats, her symptoms are consistent with megaesophagus, so that is one option to consider. For now I’m going to keep feeding her the boiled chicken, at a raised height if possible, and see how she goes ❤️
  9. KodaBear

    Desperately seeking advice🫣🥺🐾

    ...work, I've been preoccupied with caring for my lil 14yo chihuahua, Bindi. She has a slew of conditions she acquired last year including MegaEsophagus (ME), IBD, and Acid Reflux. When a flare up occurs, it takes days to get it under control. I do hope you're feeling better and so appreciate...
  10. happykitty

    Neonate kittens continue to aspirate

    ...to you as this is a very difficult situation and you are trying so hard. Mini miracle nipple is the best as you already know. Megaesophagus is a very real possibility, but you need a vet who is competent with neonate kittens. I would in this situation prepare for the worst but hope for the...
  11. javannalynn

    Kitten constantly vomitting. Checked twice by vet, operated to check intestine. Please read

    ...air) and lip smacks often. i have actually argued with vets because i still think he is vomiting but i have seen the x-rays and he has megaesophagus. it can develop suddenly or can be congenital. could also be a symptom of something else. its just something to look into if they are not...
  12. cat nap

    Helping my cat catch food

    ...is totally different to Holly's issue...but the 'food dish'...is worth looking at) It's ...Post #5...in this thread: How to treat MegaEsophagus I just thought it was absolutely neat,...when I saw the photo of that bowl design. Finally, your cat Holly is totally Beautiful. :) :blackcat...
  13. Hoboforeternity

    New cat REALLY hates the vet. she's new and haven't had a checkup yet. should i force her or just wait?

    ...but due to some other complications, he started puking a lot, and was im the ICU for few days and x rays shown he had something called megaesophagus. His condition just worsen and worsen until i decided to put him under. The vet said he is suffering, hungry, anemic adnd hypothermic even when...
  14. javannalynn

    Tuxedo cat personalities

    ...happy. He also screams bloody murder when he finds a cat in the alley behind our house. We always know when he sees one, Toby has Megaesophagus and is very sweet but not a lap cat at all. i assume it has more to do with comfort when he is not feeling good but he loves when I find him...
  15. P

    Neonate kittens continue to aspirate

    ...either, just said to have some patience and not much else I can do until they’re at least 4 weeks. They wouldn’t tell me if they had megaesophagus, but that if I suspect they do to just wrap them in a blanket and keep them upright, which I have been doing. I told the vets I’m worried because...
  16. javannalynn

    Megaesophagus In 9 Week Old

    So I have been fostering 9 kittens for the local shelter. Most of them are doing wonderful and go get fixed and put up for adoption tomorrow. Except Toby. Toby has been losing weight and vomiting for almost 3 weeks. He vomits multiple times a day. Poor guy barely gets any nutrients at all. I've...
  17. K

    Megaesophagus In 9 Week Old

    I think you're going to have to insist on taking him to a vet who knows about this. The eating sitting up works for dogs. I think they use tube feeding for cats. here is the search page I got when I entered it. The second one down looks useful but won't let me copy the addy to send you to it...
  18. javannalynn

    Toby, The Mega Esophagus Kitten

    ...on here a few months ago about Toby my kitten with ME that I was fostering that the shelter tried to euthanize. Link to the og thread Megaesophagus In 9 Week Old Well I just thought I would come post our HUGE update. My vet has been working with us to get Toby healthy. Unfortunately...
  19. Sandy Beach

    How Much Raw Liver For Anemic Cat?

    ...an issue at since she is still recovering from a half mouth extraction. I’ve tried soaking freeze dried liver in water for my pup with MegaEsophagus in the past and it just ends up rubbery. So I don’t think that’s an option right now. Side note: I always thought any modifications (freeze...
  20. DrinkeroftheWind

    Congested Sounds After Bottle Feeding

    Okay. So this kitten I have been discussing with you all on here may have megaesophagus. The radiologist said there is also a touch of pneumonia started so it's good we put her back on antibiotics. The best thing to do at this point is wean her off liquids and ensure her food is mixed well. She...
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