Skip to content

Fluid build-up in stomach- HELP

Basenji Health Issues & Questions
  • Hugs to you and your b…do let us know what you decide and find out.
    Hugs, hugs, hugs.

  • Sounds very serious and scary. I'll keep you and your pup in my thoughts. I wish I had more input

  • You and your girl are in my thoughts tonight! Poor little girl, give her lots of hugs and keep her hydrated. (Maybe some low-salt beef or chicken broth or pedialyte if she will drink it) Hugs

  • I am so sorry to hear about Meeka. It sounds far too like what I just went through with my cat Spot except his cancer was in his lungs and that was where his fluid built up in. I really hope you get better news.

  • I'm so sorry Sarah to hear about this with Meeka. In 2007 my red/wht Ringo had a tumor show up on the side of his stomach. He wasn't bloated and didn't have any fluid build up. The tumor was hard and round and just grew and grew and the bigger it got the less he could eat till at the end he couldn't eat or drink, lost a lot of weight and was dehydrated. It was fast about 1-1/2 to 2 weeks. I think the tumor emits a toxin and they can't eat. I used a puppy formula mixed with chicken that I liquefied and used a large syringe to inject it into his mouth.
    But let's not freak out as maybe it's not cancer. Let's see what the test shows on Tuesday.

  • Thanks everyone.. I'm trying to stay positive but I don't have a good feeling about this. 2 weeks ago she was perfectly fine, and now this.

    She ate a little this morning, and she is still drinking water. Other than that she is just laying around, she doesnt want to go outside or do anything. I am going to call the emergency vet to see if I should bring her in to get more fluid drained to keep her comfortable until Tuesday. It looks like it all shifted to one side, because one side looks normal and the other is very large.

  • Sarah, I just read this thread..I am so sorry to hear about Meeka, you are all in our thoughts and prayers this morning. I will send positive vibes coming your way.
    Please keep us updated, I know tuesday can't come fast enough.

  • I called the vet- they advised not to bring her back today since she is eating/drinking, and not in pain. the side that is larger is the side they drew fluid from yesterday, so she said some fluid may have leaked and formed a pocket on that side. so as long as she is comfortable i will keep her at home with us. i will keep you all updated. thanks for the thoughts and prayers.

  • I'm sorry to hear about Meeka not being well.
    My prayers are with you.

  • So sorry to hear about Meeka, hope she remains comfortable and that the outcome is treatable.

  • So sorry about poor Meeka, what a worry for you. My thoughts are with you and i hope she makes good progress.

  • Small update:

    I've noticed she is drinking a lot more water than normal, and peeing more as well.. any clue why?

  • I wish you the best with Meeka. As for the update, I would probably say kidney function is up.

  • @nomrbddgs:

    I wish you the best with Meeka. As for the update, I would probably say kidney function is up.

    I think that would the kidney values would be up (BUN and Creatinine) , not the kidney function, most likely the function is decreasing

  • I'm so saddened to read this thread. Hope you find a diagnosis soon and a treatment plan to help your Meeka.

    Hydration is important. Let her drink…BUT... intake and out-put could be a key to a diagnosis. Hyper-hydration can be as fatal as dehydration. Please regulate water intake until your vet advises differently.

  • Our prayers and best to you. In our thoughts hope all goes well.

    Rita Jean

  • Fingers crossed for poor Meeka, hoping for a positive outcome.

  • My heart goes out to you. I will pray for wisdom and direction for you guys, and that any results from tests are accurate.
    I was taught to use a little Olive Oil ® to help with meds. -plus when they do not want to eat due to health. Tablespoon. However, I would suggest speaking with your vet. if you give along with meds. - Suggestion about broth earlier is excellant ... also, I figure you know already, to keep as much energy in your baby to fight and function - giving nutri-cal type product esp. since Meeka is not eating- I've been in this type of fight before.

    Will say prayers for you all, D

  • @tanza:

    I think that would the kidney values would be up (BUN and Creatinine) , not the kidney function, most likely the function is decreasing

    Yes, Pat you're right, that's what I meant.

  • I am still hoping and praying that Meeka is feeling better and that there will be an answer tomorrow for you and Meeka when you visit your vet.

Suggested Topics

  • Looking for help

    Basenji Health Issues & Questions
    4
    0 Votes
    4 Posts
    2k Views
    wizardW
    You might want to watch her carefully in regard to her food, treats, and whatever she eats when you're not looking. Then change one by one to see if the diarrhea is indeed because of the particular brand of food.
  • Help with stitches

    Basenji Health Issues & Questions
    4
    0 Votes
    4 Posts
    3k Views
    zanybraveZ
    on friday we had to board her due to a death in the family while at the vet she had her incision restitched she will be boarded at the vet at least until monday I am considering to have her stay longer just to make sure the incision has a better chance to heal. i work days and my husband works nights so he sleeps during the day and keeping her still and watched closely in nearly impossible so i may just have her stay at the vet until thursday
  • Rash help

    Basenji Health Issues & Questions
    18
    0 Votes
    18 Posts
    9k Views
    phoenix3P
    Phoenix has had a rash like that before i went to the vet I figured a yeast infection is a yeast infection right weather in people or pets so i went and bought some "womans yeast infection meds" those bullet shaped things and just took it out of the wrapper and just rubbed it on his tummy alittle i rubbed it in and made sure he didnt lick at it the next morning the rash was just about gone went to the vet and she said that's what he had and to acaully just use what i did for a day or so and it should be gone it was a surface yeast infection and so as long as i just rubbed that stuff on like it was lotion he would be fine i applaied it 2 more times and it was gone he gets them from time to time and thats all i do it's a alot cheaper in the long run the stuff she said she was going to give me was going to cost me $67. plus the cost of the vet so i figured now i will just save the moeny and go spend 8 :) i would think there might be a problem using that if u have a dog that likes to try and lick it but phoenix could care less he just enjoyed his belly rub while i was rubbing it in :)
  • Help!!!!

    Basenji Health Issues & Questions
    4
    0 Votes
    4 Posts
    1k Views
    tanzaT
    Yup, I would agree, UTI is possible…
  • Help with diarrhea

    Basenji Health Issues & Questions
    23
    0 Votes
    23 Posts
    14k Views
    QuercusQ
    @tanza: And also important that he is drinking normal amounts of water Good point….
  • Sensitive Stomachs?

    Basenji Health Issues & Questions
    20
    0 Votes
    20 Posts
    10k Views
    E
    My vet told me I could give a whole benadryl tablet for his seasonal allergies. I sometimes give him half a tablet and hide it in some cream cheese. I boiled a chicken leg with some rice, carrots and green beans. His stool seems to be getting better since I gave him 1/2 an immodium last night.