Jeff Feinman VMD, CVH  — Weston, Connecticut  — Call: 203.222.7979

cat with central nervous system problems

Link to this post 22 Jul 05

I have a cat with central nervous system problems that started when she was spay as an adult cat. She was a rescue so we know nothing of her beginnings.
She has been to the 2 top neurologist for cats in our area and stumped both of them.
She is probably 11 years old now and her symptoms are getting worse. Is there any info you can give me to help her.
She staggers and shakes some and her walk is slightly stiff. She has trouble keeping her balance if she is not on a flat surface.

Link to this post 24 Jul 05

[quote=Lucinda]
She has been to the 2 top neurologist for cats in our area and stumped both of them.

Is there any info you can give me to help her.[/quote]

Good morning Lucinda-

I'd be very curious to know what the neurologists said (can you post that info here?). Has she had an MRI/CT or spinal tap? Is her bloodwork normal?

In general, you are describing a cerebellar and vestibular problem. Basically she probably feels like the world is spinning causing her to be unstable.

The homeopathic medical model can easily explain why this started after the surgery, but that's another story. Since you have already explored your conventional options and everyone is "stumped", then you should broaden your search for help.

A trained and experienced vet homeopath will use all of her specific symptoms (not just the neuro symptoms) to help her body heal as best as it is able. Even if you don't have a local homeopath, many of us work as consultants over the phone and by e-mail. Look at http://www.theavh.org for more info and a referral.

Good luck and please keep us posted.

Link to this post 26 Jul 05

I'd be very curious to know what the neurologists said (can you post that info here?). Has she had an MRI/CT or spinal tap? Is her bloodwork normal?

Yes she had both an MRI/CT scan I do not remember if she had a spinal tap. Her blood work was normal. They were both stumped. Basically they said she has some kind of central nervous system problem that they could not identify. One vet even tested her for cushings desease.

I will keep you informed.

Ask Dr. Jeff Pet Problem? How can I help?

Become a new client Learn more about my veterinary practice

Latest Posts

Adoption event May 18th Manchester-Our Compani... Don't forget...Our 1st Manchester Adoption Day is Tomorrow
Saturday, May 18th
10:0...
by:Beth Angel Offline
URGENT WATERBURY, CT 2 KITTENS ABANDONED THEN ... PLEASE CONTACT MOIRA BELOW

Hi,

two kittens abandoned near my home in ...
by:Beth Angel Offline
Ellington, CT - Sarah - Beautiful cat 1 yo br... My daughter Sarah told me she spoke to you about a stray cat that found her way to my daughter's...
by:Beth Angel Offline
9 kittens SH + LH Windsor Locks CT CONTACT Call (860)849.6455

We have nine kittens. There are short haired and long h...
by:Beth Angel Offline
 

Sitemap © 1996 - 2011 Home Vet All Rights Reserved - Website Designed by Akira Studio Ltd.