4380. Vet Case Study: DRAFT. The fierce cat scratches the daughters.

 29 Nov 2024:

Problems: 1. Matted hair on tummy area ++++.
2. So much loose skin in tummy. Is it due to spay?
3. Declawing query.

The family of 4 adopted a kitten called Fluffy. She was born on 18 Apr 2021.

"Did your daughters pull the cat's tail?" I WhatsApp Mrs Wang. 

"No," she replied. "She became very fierce after the vet spayed her. She did scratch my daughters sometimes."

"Did she scratch their faces?" I asked. "It may cause scars and adversely affect their appearance."

"No so serious injuries,". 

The reason for this behavioural change after spaying wass unknown.

"The father bought a puppy for the daughters," Mrs Wang said. "Fluffy stays. A pet is for life."

On 26 Nov 2024, I texted:
"How is Fluffy's loose skin?"

"ok ah... also don't know why she has loose skin. Is it because of the spay?"

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DRAFT

 Three years later, Mrs Wang contacted me to sedate and demat Fluffy. She had researched the internet and knew that sedation is needed to clip away the matted hairs on the belly.

MATTED HAIRS:

Wanted vet to:
1. Sedate her
2. Shave off the fur, except head and tail end.
3. Cut her nails.

All done.

Now the vexing question Mrs Wang wanted an answer was why  Fluffy had loose skin under her belly?

 

 VERY FIERCE CAT: We should discuss declawing her if it doesn't affect her health or cause depression.

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16 Sep 2023:

Owner: Ms Wang. Marketing manager.
Cat: Furry. Born 18 Apr 2021.

Problems: 

1. Matted hair on tummy area ++++.
2. So much loose skin in tummy. Is it due to spay?
3. Declawing query.

Very fierce cat. No vaccination. Revolution every month.

 

MATTED HAIRS:

Wanted vet to:
1. Sedate her
2. Shave off the fur, except head and tail end.
3. Cut her nails.

Advised:
4. Ear cleaning
5. Anal glands expressed
6. Blood test
7. Dental check up for tartar
8. Heart and lung examination.

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 VERY FIERCE CAT:

 
We should discuss declawing her if it doesn't affect her health or cause depression

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4379. PHOTOGRAPHY - Pit-stop outside Wuhan city.

 28 Oct 2024 Wuhan Tour. Pit-stop after visit to Chibi’s Battle of Red Cliffs.
Toilets are under construction!  Can the Seniors win the battle to control their bladders till the next pit-stop?

Things happen during a packaged tour. Good tour leaders usually schedule a pit-stop for Seniors after 2-3 hour of coach ride. But this pit-stop is under construction!

Canon R5, 50mm, 1/500 sec, f/4.5, ISO 1250 TV Mode.

28 Oct 2024, 5pm,  Wuhan China.

4378. PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS: Indoor mural. Use AV, but hand must be steady.

 PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS: Indoor mural. Use AV, but hand must be steady.

Good morning. Mural at T4. Changi Airport. Is there some nonya kueh missing from the painting? Ang Ku Kueh

Canon r5, 35mm, 1/6 sec, f/8, ISO 400
30 Sep 2022. 6pm

 

 

4377. VET CASE STUDY. Perforated corneal ulcer in the 17-year-old cat.

What is a perforated corneal ulcer? A corneal ulcer is a rupture within the cornea. The cornea is the clear window in the front of the eye.

A perforated corneal ulcer usually occurs when the infection causes the cornea to thin. This may lead to a hole or rupture in the cornea, which damages the cornea and may seriously impact the cat's vision.

 

Common symptoms include: • Blurred vision • Eye pain with or without sensitivity to light • A white spot on the cornea • Constant tearing from the eye 

What causes a perforated corneal ulcer? Corneal ulcers often occur after some kind of trauma, like a scratch or cut to the cornea. This can be the result of eye surgery or being hit with an object. A scratched area on the cornea allows bacteria or fungi to enter and infect it. Viruses (namely herpes simplex or zoster) may also lead to a perforated corneal ulcer. Inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis may also cause this condition.

 Perforated corneal ulcers are sometimes caused by dry eye. The cat eye’s tears help to keep the surface of the eye moist and also protect it from invading germs and bacteria. When the eye is dry, it is more likely to become infected.

 

How are perforated corneal ulcers treated? 

HUMAN CASES.
Treatment for perforated corneal ulcers depends on the location, size, and cause of the damage. For small perforations, a tissue adhesive (glue) may be used to heal the hole. 

HUMAN CASES.
If the condition is non-infectious, a bandaged contact lens (BCL) can be worn to help your cornea heal. If your case is more serious, you may need to have surgery to fix the cornea and restore your vision. If the perforation is caused by an infection, your eye doctor will likely prescribe antibiotic eye drops. In addition, oral pain medications may be prescribed.

 

You and your doctor will discuss the treatment that is best for you. To prevent future corneal ulcers, it is important to wear protective eye gear, such as goggles or glasses, if there is any chance for an eye injury. Such eyewear can be worn when you are doing activities such as yard work, construction work, or playing sports. 

 

 

 

Arrow shows corneal ulcer in a 17-year-old female cat.
Watery eye suddenly seen around 17 Nov 2024. The owner suspects 
scratching of the eye as a cause. Other causes could be trauma or dry eye.
No blood work was done except for kidney disease.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4376. TRAVEL STORY: My neighbour's China-made traffic cone.

TRAVEL STORY: My neighbour's China-made traffic cone.


My neighbour reserved a parking lot on the narrow road opposite the gate of my house daily for at least 3 years.

"This is a public road," I told my son and my wife who were not pleased.

"Keep the peace," I told them. "Don't confront our neighbour". 

My neighbour and I bought a terrace house some 30 years ago. I chose one house just to the left of the T-junction, but he bought one to my right, facing the T-junction.

He has two cars - one for his home-maker wife and one for himself even after his retirement. I am also retired and both of us had the good fortune to raise filial kids.

Every day for the past 3 years, his wife would drag the garbage bin across the road to 'chope' this particular parking lot. Then they would drive off and come back in the evening.

Later, I noticed his wife just 'choped (reserved)' the lot with a lighter yellow-black plastic traffic cone.
Not the usual pink reflective bulky LTA traffic cone, but a much smaller one. I didn't ask him about the change but I presume, as Seniors, his wife must prefer not to drag a large garbage bin to reserve the parking lot.

This husband really loves his wife and they do go breakfast or brisk walking together.
In an era of more divorces, they are a rarity.

After over 3 years, I noted that the wife no longer placed the yellow-black plastic cone to reserve the parking lot.

Somebody's prayers must have been answered. I did not pray for this.

In Oct 2024, my wife and I went for Wuhan tour. What did I see?

The similar yellow-black NO PARKING traffic cone outside the V-Continent Hotel. These are official traffic cones. Do they sell them in Taobao? I don't know.

My story is too long to continue. The traffic cone from Wuhan, China is posted for anyone interested. I doubt any of the 20 Seniors in my Wuhan tour even give them a second look!

 

 

 

 

 

 

4375. PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS: Vibrant blooms. Use AV Mode or Manual mode.

 

 PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS:  Vibrant blooms. Use AV Mode or Manual mode. Tripod will be better.

AUSTRALIA - 6 SEP 2024: Vibrant blooms of the pink Marguerite daisies and white Common daisies are seen when these flowers are grown under abundant sunlight in a public garden. 

Canon R5, 98mm, 1/640 sec, f/6.3, ISO 100

 

 

  Under abundant sunlight, blooms of pink Marguerite Daisies are vibrant. A garden in a golf club in Perth where my family had lunch in September 2024.

4374. Vet Case studies: Corneal lipidosis in the dog.

 

What is corneal lipidosis?

Corneal lipidosis is an accumulation of fatty substances (usually cholesterol) within the layers of the cornea. 

 

 

What causes corneal lipidosis?

There are three main causes of corneal lipidosis: corneal dystrophy, corneal degeneration, and elevated blood cholesterol levels.

Corneal dystrophy is an inherited (genetic) condition and is most seen in dogs. This condition is rarely seen in cats. It is usually present in both eyes. It is not painful and has a minimal effect on vision. Some commonly affected breeds include beagles, Cavalier King Charles spaniels, Siberian huskies, Alaskan malamutes, Samoyeds, American cocker spaniels, Labrador retrievers, and collies.

Corneal degeneration occurs secondary to inflammation in the eye and is usually associated with other eye diseases, such as anterior uveitis (inflammation of the iris, choroid, and ciliary body), keratitis (inflammation of the cornea), keratoconjunctivitis sicca (“dry eye”) or scleritis (inflammation of the sclera or white of the eye) Sometimes lipid accumulation is associated with trauma, such as after corneal ulceration that healed with lipid deposits. This is seen more frequently in dogs than cats.

Lastly, elevated cholesterol levels (hyperlipidemia) can cause corneal lipidosis. This may be due to underlying causes such as Cushing’s disease, long-term steroid use, diabetes, or hypothyroidism.

What are the clinical signs of corneal lipidosis?

Lipid deposits in the cornea appear as well-defined areas of sparkly, shiny, or crystalline material. When lipidosis is due to corneal degeneration, other clinical signs may include inflammatory indicators such as eye redness or cloudiness in the eye.

How is corneal lipidosis diagnosed?

It is diagnosed by a thorough eye exam (including fluorescein dye application and Schirmer tear test), bloodwork, and patient history, including age and breed. If your veterinarian suspects hyperlipidemia, then fasting cholesterol, triglyceride, and blood glucose level tests will be recommended.

How is corneal lipidosis treated?

Treatment for corneal lipidosis depends on the cause. 

Corneal dystrophy does not require treatment. Your veterinarian will monitor your pet’s eyes periodically to watch for the development of corneal ulcerations. Corneal degeneration requires treating the primary inflammatory condition in the eye, which may include antibiotics or anti-inflammatory eye drops. Your veterinarian may also prescribe pain medication or artificial tear ointment to provide lubrication to the eye and comfort if the corneal surface is irregular.

Lastly, any condition that is causing an elevated cholesterol level must be treated directly to reduce blood cholesterol levels. Dietary management, along with supplements to reduce cholesterol (flaxseed oil, oat bran, and niacin), can also be helpful in reducing cholesterol levels. “Statins” such as atorvastatin (Lipitor®) may also be prescribed.

If vision is affected or if corneal ulceration occurs multiple times, referral to a veterinary ophthalmologist is recommended.

What is the prognosis of corneal lipidosis?

Corneal dystrophy may resolve on its own and typically does not progress. It usually does not interfere with vision.

The prognosis for corneal degeneration depends on the underlying eye disease. It may progress with chronic inflammation and vision may be affected with advanced disease. Typically, corneal lipidosis does not progress after trauma.

If an underlying disease condition (Cushing’s disease, diabetes, or hypothyroidism) is identified and managed, the prognosis is good. Your veterinarian may recommend periodic blood tests to monitor cholesterol and triglyceride levels.

 

UPDATE:
https://2010vets.blogspot.com/2024/11/4374-vet-case-studies-corneal-lipidosis.html

4373. PHOTOGRAPHY INSIDE PLANE.

 PHOTOGRAPHY INSIDE PLANE.

 

SCOOT Boeing 787 from Singapore to Wuhan. 23.10.2024. The passenger looks like my elder son. “Doppelganger” means a person who is almost identical to another.

Canon R5. 24mm. 0.4 sec. f/16, iso 800.  23 Oct 2024. 6.56pm. AV Mode.

UPDATE:

https://2010vets.blogspot.com/2024/11/4373-photography-inside-plane.html

4372. Vet Case Study: Part 2/2. A dwarf hamster has a small fatty tumour on the right lower eyelid.

 VET CASE STUDY: Part 2/2. A dwarf hamster has a small fatty tumour on the right lower eyelid. More detailed examination after consultation with the owner whose main concern is the "ruffled wet fur" above the right upper eyelid and right eye tearing. The tumour on the lower eyelid irritates the eye as it grows bigger over time. No medication will make the tumour disappear. Surgery is the solution. Find a hamster vet as not all vets perform hamster surgery. 

Surgical removal of the fatty tumour on the right lower eyelid resolved the problem. If surgery is not done, the hamster would have rubbed his eye till it becomes infected, painful and red. Yellow pus and abscess would spring out from the lower subconjunctiva. The cornea would be ulcerated and painful. By that time, the eyeball would be badly infected and needed to be removed. Hence, it is best not to wait and see.

4371. Vet Case Study. A dog in Myanmar has eye trauma

 MYANMAR - 13 NOV 2024: A cross-bred dog has eye traumatic injury. A red bruise on the eye white (sclera) and white circular patch on the cornea due to inflammation (keratitis) are present.