Wednesday, January 30, 2008

Feeling Better

I went for my follow-up check at the V-E-T this morning. Still no report from the pathology lab. Dr. C said they were doing a re-test and we should have the results tomorrow.

But the staples are out and that stupid collar is gone.

The wound is yucky and oozy because some of the
skin is dead. There is no infection though.

Dr. C said the dead stuff will slough off over time and new healthy skin is already growing back. At least I'm allowed to clean it as much as I want.

I haven't been able to take a proper bath with that thing
on my neck, so if you'll excuse me, I've got a lot of work to do.

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17 Comments:

At Wednesday, January 30, 2008 11:06:00 AM, Blogger Renee Nefe said...

I'm betting it feels funny back there with no fur, but it will grow back soon.

Sorry to disturb you during your bath. I'll come back later.

 
At Wednesday, January 30, 2008 11:31:00 AM, Blogger Kathy said...

We are all so glad you are doing better, Rascal! We know your mom is very worried about you. If we were closer, we come over and give everyone a huge hug!

All the folks from Airy Zona...

 
At Wednesday, January 30, 2008 12:09:00 PM, Blogger Tina T-P said...

Wow, your very own racing stripe! Hopefully the new fur will grow back son so your tummy doesn't get too cold! We're waiting for the results with baited breath (LOL) Huggs & scritches! T, N & S.

 
At Wednesday, January 30, 2008 1:08:00 PM, Blogger Tiki, Kirby, and StanLee said...

Lookin' good, Rascal.

 
At Wednesday, January 30, 2008 2:02:00 PM, Blogger Daisy said...

It must feel so good to have the staples out and the e-collar off. They sure did shave a lot of your furs!

 
At Wednesday, January 30, 2008 2:03:00 PM, Blogger The Crew said...

I see you have your badge of courage. Wear it proudly!

George

PS Mom says, if Rascal bothers his incision, cut the cuff part off a man's white sport sock and pull it over his body. That will keep him from getting at it and allow it to heal. That worked well when her cat Shadow had 2 abdominal surgeries.

 
At Wednesday, January 30, 2008 2:04:00 PM, Blogger Tybalt said...

It is good to see you with the collar off, Rascal! I'm sure you can't wait until your lovely furs grow back. I'm still purring that the test results come back ok.

 
At Wednesday, January 30, 2008 2:41:00 PM, Blogger Diamond Emerald-Eyes said...

Well, I am glad to see you got the staples out and the collar off. Get to the grooming, I know you will feel better once it's all done!

 
At Wednesday, January 30, 2008 3:46:00 PM, Blogger The Meezers or Billy said...

oh Rascal, we hopes you does get the report tomorrow. your poor mommy - ours would be pulling what's left of her hair out!

 
At Wednesday, January 30, 2008 3:47:00 PM, Blogger Gemini and Ichiro said...

Rascal I am glad that you can clean up as much as you want. I hope that it is a good thing that the lab is retesting.

 
At Wednesday, January 30, 2008 4:44:00 PM, Blogger Jacqui said...

Congrats Rascal on the excellent news! my kitties and i will keep our fingers and paws crossed regarding your biopsy results.

enjoy the return to normal grooming!!

ps. remind your mom to give you a hairball treat or two to keep the return to grooming from negatively impacting her textile work!

 
At Wednesday, January 30, 2008 10:01:00 PM, Blogger Just Ducky said...

Rascal glad you got rid of your collar and can give yourself a decent bath. Hope the report comes back soon.

 
At Wednesday, January 30, 2008 10:57:00 PM, Blogger Mickey's Musings said...

Glad you are feeling good Rascal! It must feel funny where your furs are gone,cold too.
I am purring for good results!!
Purrs Mickey

 
At Wednesday, January 30, 2008 11:42:00 PM, Blogger caspersmom said...

Boy, Rascal I bet it feels really good without that collar. I bet your on pins and needles waiting for your blood work. But I bet it will be a good report. Enjoy your bath.

Casper

 
At Thursday, January 31, 2008 3:44:00 PM, Blogger Ivan from WMD said...

Hope you're doing even better today, Rascal. I'm glad to see that collar is off!

 
At Thursday, January 31, 2008 6:41:00 PM, Blogger vlb5757 said...

Maggie and the four doxies all send best wishes to Rascal! At least now he can take a proper bath for Pete's sake!

 
At Thursday, January 31, 2008 6:46:00 PM, Blogger Jan Price said...

We're glad Rascal's doing better and out of the collar. That would drive any cat or dog crazy.

jans funny farm

 

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