How to get medical treatment for Pyometra when most vets refuse to even consider it?

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Spaying is the go-to to treat almost all cases of Pyometra. When i inform them that spaying is out of the question, so i need medical treatment, they *still* mention spaying.

It just baffles and makes no sense how people can be so dense.

When i tell them "spaying is out of the question" and their next words are "spaying is the recommended treatment for Pyometra".

DO YOU THINK I DON'T KNOW? WHY DO YOU THINK I LITERALLY JUST EXPLAINED TO YOU THAT MY CAT CANT BE SPAYED??????????

It's fine if they say it once, before i explain my cat is a breeder, but they just keep repeating it after i tell them NO NO NO NO NO!!!!!!

That said, i am in contact with a specialist, but just want your view on what i can do at this point.
 
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To clarify, i've contacted multiple specialists, including one who claims to treat pyometra medically (Theriogenology) but she wasn't even willing to. (Her info on the site i found her probably listed a bunch of generic services or she just selected all of them for SEO purposes).

That said, in my area there is only 1 hope left. Which is hours from where i live. But it's my only hope.

What do i do if it doesn't work out? Anyone know where i can order the meds she needs online? The treatment is simple, but i don't know where to get the meds. Probably can't because one of them needs a special license to order.😔
 

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In some cases a hysterectomy is the only option for treating pyo. If it's one of those cases she can't be treated with drugs and may die if you try that. I would trust the specialist on whether it's one of those cases or not. It sucks when she's part of a valuable breeding program but you do have to prioritize her health.
 
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In some cases a hysterectomy is the only option for treating pyo. If it's one of those cases she can't be treated with drugs and may die if you try that. I would trust the specialist on whether it's one of those cases or not. It sucks when she's part of a valuable breeding program but you do have to prioritize her health.
Only extreme cases. There are drugs to open cervix & contract to expel pus.
 
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I imagine a specialist would know whether hers is an extreme case or not. I hope you're prioritizing her well-being.
There hasn't been a single death from medical treatment in literature, and most methods have 100% success. Her condition isn't currently serious.

Just got back from the vet last week he says she's fine.
 

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😿 Okay, maybe she won't die but do take your vet's advice. Even if I were a breeder, I would put my cat's health first. If you only keep cats for profit, have her spayed and sell her to someone who would love to care for a very, special cat, even if she can't have any more kittens.
All breeders have to neuter some of their cats who turn out to be unsuitable for breeding. These cats are very popular and cat lovers are more than willing to pay high prices for an ex-queen!👑

Regardless of what you decide, good luck to both you and the cat!
 

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I'm a breeder and over the years I have had several cats that developed pyometra. Although it's certainly possible to treat open pyo medically, given my personal experience with this treatment, I would generally prefer to go ahead with the spay. The treatment is unpleasant for the cat and does have some risk, she may also get pyo again even if the treatment is successful, and a tendency towards getting pyo can run in lines (for example, one of the cats I treated for pyo went on to have a daughter that developed pyo).

I wouldn't recommend trying to buy the drugs online and treat it yourself without vet involvement. A vet needs to use ultrasound to check the condition of the uterus before starting treatment, and then afterwards to check the progress of the treatment.

I understand that it can be difficult to find breeder friendly vets, and it can be frustrating that most vets' first response to any reproductive issue is to spay (such as if a cat needs a c-section, pyo treatment, etc). It's worth putting in the effort to find a good reproductive vet in your area that can be your partner in case of problems.
 

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Being a bit blunt, here. I would value my cat’s life over her breeding capabilities.
You have to decide which is more important to you.
Medication is not always effective. When attempted, it is a very long painful process. You cat will be suffering without surgery, and still may die.

I apologize if I offend you, but I just cannot understand where you are coming from.
 

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Spaying is the go-to to treat almost all cases of Pyometra. When i inform them that spaying is out of the question, so i need medical treatment, they *still* mention spaying.

It just baffles and makes no sense how people can be so dense.

When i tell them "spaying is out of the question" and their next words are "spaying is the recommended treatment for Pyometra".

DO YOU THINK I DON'T KNOW? WHY DO YOU THINK I LITERALLY JUST EXPLAINED TO YOU THAT MY CAT CANT BE SPAYED??????????

It's fine if they say it once, before i explain my cat is a breeder, but they just keep repeating it after i tell them NO NO NO NO NO!!!!!!

That said, i am in contact with a specialist, but just want your view on what i can do at this point.
I understand you are a breeder I agree with the comments below. This is a very dangerous medical issue . The life of your cat should be priority.
 

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I fully understand the desire not to lose a line (been there before) but an open Pyo can become a closed pyo quickly and without supervision by a reproductive vet the results can be deadly. I was also going to treat a girl who had open pyo. My vet was okay with trying, but I had to take her to a reproductive vet for the shots. However, when I found out how uncomfortable it was, I wavered. It then became a closed pyo and I opted for spaying. It was the best thing I ever did for Daisy. Personally, the well being of the cat is more important to me in the long run than breeding, but that is just me.
 
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My original post specifically states that i am seeking medical treatment of Pyometra, but a few users have hijacked it to suggest surgery.

My post isn't about surgery for Pyometra. It's about managing Pyometra with medication. If you can't stay on topic or don't have any info regarding *MEDICAL MANAGEMENT OF PYOMETRA* then kindly move on , thank you.

P.s. did i mention this post is about managing Pyometra without surgery?
 
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I Imperfection may I ask what breed of cats you are breeding? Do you have a mentor? Are you in touch with the breeder that you purchased your Queen from?

A mentor or the original breeder may be able to give you some advice on how to proceed with this issue. It is generally agreed by veterinarians that spaying is the safest way to deal with pyometra. Even if you choose not to spay there are complications which mean the cat is not able to produce kittens in the future.

There is a medical approach to treating pyometra, although the success rate is highly variable and not without considerable risk and potential long-term complications.

1. They cause side effects including restlessness, panting, vomiting, defecation, salivation, and abdominal pain. The side effects occur within about fifteen minutes after administration and often last for a few hours. They become progressively milder with each successive treatment. The pain may be lessened by exercising the cat or otherwise distracting them for about 30 minutes following an injection.

2. There is no clinical improvement for about forty-eight hours, so cats that are severely ill and need immediate life-saving treatment are poor candidates.

3. Because prostaglandins cause the uterus to contract, it is possible for the uterus to rupture and spill infection into the abdominal cavity resulting in the severely life-threatening condition known as peritonitis. This is most likely to happen when the cervix is closed.


Pyometra in Cats.

I suggest that you ask your mentor if they can recommend a feline veterinary specialist and follow your vet's advice.

Please keep us updated on how your cat is doing.

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