thought something was wrong...

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so I've had my boy for about a year. he hasn't been feeling well lately. I thought he had just been bored but he'd always try to play but get real tired just out of nowhere. I took him in to the vet yesterday because he wasn't doing well, I found out that he has a large tumor on his liver that is displacing his other organs. he's been losing weight recently even though he eats massive amounts. the vet said he probably only has a few more weeks maybe less. any prayers and advice are welcome.

[Heather]

I'm sorry that you're having to deal with this. What is your wee one being treated with? I will light a healing candle for your wee one and hope that he manages to go into remission. Good luck
ciao

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Hi fmgecko. Welcome to the HFF. i'm very sorry about your little guy. We will all be here for you, please don't hesitate to talk about him, ask questions and share your grief. Everyone here is lovely, and we all will try to help in any way we can.

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he isnt being treated, it's really too big to do anything about. so he's hanging out at home being pampered and loved while he still can

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That's really sad. An operation isn't an option at all?

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I am sorry for you and your wee one.

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not really, it's pushed his intestine backwards and you cant even distinguish on organ form another on the xrays. He also has fluid buildup and has lost quite a bit of weight.

but he keeps eating, keeps pooping, keeps playing when he's awake. runs around and bothers the cats still

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there's always hope, he has many people praying for him. trying to stay positive and keep him happy. :]

[Deleted]

Oh I'm sure you'll keep him happy!

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They didn't suggest trying him on Prednisolone? My Chia has lymphoma and we put her on Pred to help slow the cancer and hopefully even shrink the tumors slightly. It will only work for a short amount of time, but it gives her a chance to stay with us longer and feel a bit better. I'm very sorry, cancer is cruel

[katt]

I'm sorry I would definitely ask about Pred, it could help.

[Sherry]

In addition I would also ask for some pain meds for when they are needed. That way you aren't stuck in the middle of the night with nothing to ease him. When we have a ferret, or any pet really, who is on a known limited time my vet will prescribe some prefilled syringes of buprenephrine. Signs of pain will be constant trembling(not just when waking up), squinting eyes, constant sleeping, refusing food.