An weak cat with high blood sugar levels has actually delighted in a quick healing thanks to the forward-thinkingapproach of a veterinary nurse at an Eastbourne veterinarian practice.
By Sam Pole
Published 23rd Jun 2023, 12:43 BST
Updated 23rd Jun 2023, 12:45 BST
Eric, a 10-and-a-half-year-old cat, was experiencing a serious chest infection which was presumed to have likewise made him diabetic, implying his blood sugar levels required to be kept track of 3 times a day.
Usually, this would suggest puncturing his paw or ears to gather a blood sample however Menna Field, a veterinary nurse and diabetic family pet consultant at Linnaeus-owned St Anne’s, was one action ahead of the video game as she has actually produced a procedure in utilizing sensing units to gather the lead to a non-stressful method.
This is by connecting a blood sugar sensing unit on the client, eliminating any unpleasant pricking of the paws or ears.
Menna said: “Eric’s chest infection required two blood transfusions and he also had to be revived. He had been through an awful lot and was getting very upset, and when cats get stressed their blood glucose rises.
“He’s really happy with the sensor and we’re hoping to use them more in the future with our diabetic patients.”
Eric’s owner, Poppy Holbrook, likewise a veterinary nurse at St Anne’s, said: “Having the sensor on Eric meant he didn’t have to have his paws or ears pricked throughout the day, which meant no stress for everyone.
“Eric wasn’t bothered by the sensor at all and having Menna able to monitor all of his results remotely was such a relief.
“It turns out that Eric isn’t diabetic, stress can increase a cat’s blood glucose levels, and he has now made a full recovery.”
