Deanna tested positive for EC

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- 08/13/2008 at 5:56 PM
  osprey
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  Dr. Harvey called today. She said that Deanna’s EC test came back positive, and she wants to treat her for it. Unfortunately I did not think to ask for the levels, so I don’t know how high the titer is. Basically, this just means that she has been exposed to the parasite and her body is producing antibodies to it, it does not really tell us if her nystagmus was caused by it or not. She wants us to treat Deanna for 30 days with Albendazole, then see how she is doing then. She is still scanning a little, but has not had any balance problems since the incident three weeks ago.
- 08/13/2008 at 6:09 PM
  MimzMum
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  Oh dear, osprey, I am sad to hear the results were positive. But at least we know the name of the dragon needing slaying.
  
  More prayers for you and Deanna! Hope she’s better soon!
- 08/13/2008 at 7:08 PM
  Scarlet_Rose
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  Oh dear, I hope she recovers well. I’m sure that in Dr. Harvey’s care she will do well, please keep us updated. In the mean time I will keep Deanna in my thoughts.
- 08/13/2008 at 7:38 PM
  Kokaneeandkahlua
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  Mimzmum you put it perfectly!!
  
  I’m sure she couldn’t be seeing a better vet, so while not the best news, not the worst for sure!! *VIBES & HUGS*
- 08/14/2008 at 5:31 AM
  Sarita
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  I agree it’s so much better to know than not to know.
  
  At least you are in great hands with Dr. Harvey. Let us know when you learn more.
  
  Vibes to Deanna.
- 08/14/2008 at 7:43 AM
  LittlePuffyTail
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  Keeping your bunny in my thoughts…
- 08/14/2008 at 6:47 PM
  osprey
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  We started her on the albendazole. I have been doing some reading about the treatment, and this drug can have some serious side effects, so I have to watch out for signs that she is acting sick. This drug can cause anemia and kidney problems.
- 08/14/2008 at 7:41 PM
  Kokaneeandkahlua
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  What signs do you have to watch for? I’m sorry the drug has side effects like that.
- 08/14/2008 at 8:03 PM
  osprey
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  We have to watch for general lethargy and/or lack of interest in food, and for trouble urinating.
- 08/15/2008 at 4:19 PM
  MimzMum
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  Hogeeze… >.< Sometimes you have to wonder what's worse, the illness or the cure. *sigh*
  Doubling my prayer efforts for dear Deanna! Noserubs, sweetie! ^_^
- 08/15/2008 at 8:20 PM
  MooBunnay
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  Awww poor Deanna – I’m sorry to hear she has to take such strong medicine, but I’m glad that you have adequate information to act on. We will send prayers and good wishes her way from my house.
- 08/17/2008 at 4:56 AM
  Lisa_43
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  Sorry I am late for this one. I am so sorry to hear about Deanna. Good to know she is in excellent hands with you and Dr Harvey.
  
  ((((((((((((((((((((((Healing vibes for Deanna)))))))))))))))))))))))))
- 08/17/2008 at 6:28 AM
  kimberleyanddarren
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  ******VIBES******* keep us posted!
- 08/17/2008 at 7:55 PM
  babybunsmum
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  sorry to hear this osprey. how’s the treatment progressing so far? (((((((((deanna)))))))))
- 09/12/2008 at 7:59 AM
  osprey
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  Just a small update. Deanna is now done with her 30 day course of Albendazole. She came through it with flying colors, no side effects that I could see, and the nystagmus has not returned. I have to call Dr. Harvey back to find out what to do next.
- 09/12/2008 at 8:05 AM
  Beka27
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  oh my. i missed this before. poor Deanna. i’m glad she went thru the meds okay. can this affect your other two?
- 09/12/2008 at 8:07 AM
  Sarita
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  That’s good news – thank you for the update.
- 09/12/2008 at 8:47 AM
  Kokaneeandkahlua
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  Sounds good Osprey Keep us posted!! {{DEANNA}}
- 09/12/2008 at 9:44 AM
  BunMumTiff
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  YAY, very happy to hear things are better
- 09/13/2008 at 12:44 AM
  Lisa_43
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  Great news Osprey.
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