Einstein went to the vet yesterday and here’s a summary of where we are now. First off, his Lyme test came back ‘insignificant’, so that’s great news. The adult heartworms are gone, however pieces of the dead worms have lodged themselves in his lungs, and his body needs time to get rid of them. He’ll go on some oral steroids to reduce his cough and allow his body to do some clean up. We’ll recheck his lungs in two weeks, and if there’s significant improvement, he’ll be treated for the heartworm eggs and assess whether he can be neutered at that time.
Thank you to everyone who is interested in adopting Einstein, and for all your concern. I know it’s frustrating that this is going so slowly, but he’s a special boy and deserves the right medical care.
Other great news, he can now exercise. No running, but walks are fine. We’re planning on another trip to the river on tomorrow!
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