03/23/2025
Lewie Update! 🐾
Lewie had his twice-monthly follow-up with his internal medicine vet yesterday. He hasn’t limped in two weeks! His wrist showed no swelling (a big improvement from the last appointment) 🎉.
It’s looking like he had an infection in his joint. He’ll continue getting his twice-monthly antibiotic shots and wrist recheck for another month or so. This is the best his walking has been since this all started. He's also had a good appetite and no fever. I’m hopeful we’ve figured out the root cause and that he’ll keep improving!
As background, back in January, Lewie had a high fever, wasn't eating, and intermittent limping. He went to the vet daily for fluids and evaluation for a week. Extensive bloodwork, xrays, and ultrasound were normal, but he wasn't well. His internal medicine vet suspected either an infection in his wrist joint or immune-mediated arthritis. He’s been treated for both possibilities.
Thank you to everyone who has checked in on Lewie — we’re so grateful for your support! ❤️🐱