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I have an almost 8 month old rescue kitten that had surgery for an intussusception that resulted in the removal and resection of nearly 10 inches of her intestine over Thanksgiving. She remained hospitalized for 5 days with IV fluids and medications. There were no parasites or foreign objects found and it is believed a birth defect was responsible. She never grew properly and only weighs a little more than 5 pounds currently. The intussusception was especially bad as the portion of intestine had already died, turned black and according to the emergency vet, had the most horrific smell he’d ever experienced. Her recovery has gone well, she began eating with no difficulty less than 24 hours after surgery. Within 3 days she had finally had a bowel movement with no issue. No infection developed. She is quite active though not 100% back to normal.
Now, nearly 3 weeks post surgery and she is still vomiting after nearly every meal. She has a very good appetite and is only being fed canned food and we feed small meals about 4 times a day over 24 hours. We have tried a half dose of Cerenia which works for the 24 hours or a little longer, but once it wears off the vomiting continues. The vet has now prescribed a motility medication, Metoclopramide, to see if faster emptying of the stomach will help.
Anyone with experience that could offer any suggestions or help?
Now, nearly 3 weeks post surgery and she is still vomiting after nearly every meal. She has a very good appetite and is only being fed canned food and we feed small meals about 4 times a day over 24 hours. We have tried a half dose of Cerenia which works for the 24 hours or a little longer, but once it wears off the vomiting continues. The vet has now prescribed a motility medication, Metoclopramide, to see if faster emptying of the stomach will help.
Anyone with experience that could offer any suggestions or help?