I'm so worried UD we're back!

Really worried about Bubble's op on Friday. I don't feel happy with going for a lump removal straight off, without knowing what it is.

Hubby is annoyed that I'm in such a state about a rabbit, which is annoying me even more.

I really don't know what to do about the op. My life is such chaos just now, I can't think straight

weedug said:

Really worried about Bubble's op on Friday. I don't feel happy with going for a lump removal straight off, without knowing what it is.

Hubby is annoyed that I'm in such a state about a rabbit, which is annoying me even more.

I really don't know what to do about the op. My life is such chaos just now, I can't think straight

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Hey weedug... Aw no... It must be horrible; especially if you feel that your nearest and dearest isn't understanding why this is so very, very important to you.

You are obviously going to feel anxious and nervous about the op; what's making you feel so reluctant do you think? Do you trust the vet? Is it moving too fast? Would you feel comfortable ringing your vet tomorrow and having them go through what's going on and discuss why this operation is the route they are choosing first?when things are first diagnosed and options are being discussed, you can often feel too in shock to digest what's going on.

Wish I could help, sending hugs and calming (((vibes))) your way. It's hard to think when feeling so worried and stressed out. Xx

Hey there; get yourself a brew and watch something.

Try not to get yourself worked up over your husband, we understand your pain.

We also understand the frustration about the vets

Lots of hugs being sent to you

If you're not happy with something don't do it.

I take it you don't know what the lump is? With rabbits it's often better to remove the whole thing and then test it due to the way their bodies work. They wall off infections so things like abscesses can be removed like a tumour.

I had many questionable lumps removed from Smoo and we worked out what they were afterwards. Do you trust the vet?

The vet thinks there is a high chance the lump is cancer. It appears to be some form of tumour as there is a stalk that even I can feel. The lump is smaller than a small grape.

I don't want to send Bubble for an op when he is well. I'm really scared I lose him, and if I didn't get the op, I could have more time with him. What if the tumour isn't cancer, but he doesn't make it. He'll have died for nothing.

I suppose I do trust my vet. He has always been ok with my buns, and they see plenty of other buns there. He is usually honest if it is an op or situation he doesn't feel comfortable with, but he won't be operating, although he will be around for some of the day. It'll be their exotics specialist who is operating.

Jenova, did any of Smoo's lumps have stalks? The vet said it might be difficult to find the end of it. I just see them digging around everywhere trying to find it, and Bubble having a massive wound.

I understand your worry, but what if Bubble starts to display symptoms and becomes unwell? The operation would be much riskier then. What if the tumour is cancer?

I worried about this with Ellie as she wasn't overly poorly with her jaw abcess but she obviously felt so much better afterwards. She had an enormous wound, and recovered really well.

Hi, I'm so sorry your so worried about bubble

Has your vet discussed want could happen if it's left? .........am I right in thinking bubble is 8? However hopefully he will be around for a good while longer yet:thumb: especially if he's in good health.

It's a tough decision, I'm sorry I can't offer any words of wisdom, I can't imagine how hard it is to make that decision

Don't worry about your hubby.........that's what we are here for :wave: I don't know what I would of done without the support of the lovely people on here recently (my hubby gets annoyed with my worrying about the animals too :roll

I feel even worse today . Only got 3 hours sleep last night and I'm feeling utterly ill. I usually get wound up about the pets, but not to this extent. I have such a strong feeling that things will go wrong, to the point that I am really considering taking him to D1ck Vet and worrying about the cost later. I know they will be annoyed if they found out I had him checked over at my vet after registering with them, and my vet will be pretty annoyed at not getting the money. If things still go wrong, I will feel I will have done what I can for him. If things go wrong at my vet, I will blame myself for not getting him seen to properly.

And hubby goes mental every time I mention being worried. His answer is that there are plenty other rabbits, and if anything goes wrong I can just get another :shock:.

My vet has done dentals for my buns, neutered boys and girls, done work on eyes, and I haven't felt like this. I have a bun who needs a dental soon, and I'm quite happy to take him there, but something doesn't feel right with this.

Sorry to ramble, and this probably sounds really silly

I have so much going wrong in life just now

weedug said:

I feel even worse today . Only got 3 hours sleep last night and I'm feeling utterly ill. I usually get wound up about the pets, but not to this extent. I have such a strong feeling that things will go wrong, to the point that I am really considering taking him to D1ck Vet and worrying about the cost later. I know they will be annoyed if they found out I had him checked over at my vet after registering with them, and my vet will be pretty annoyed at not getting the money. If things still go wrong, I will feel I will have done what I can for him. If things go wrong at my vet, I will blame myself for not getting him seen to properly.

And hubby goes mental every time I mention being worried. His answer is that there are plenty other rabbits, and if anything goes wrong I can just get another :shock:.

My vet has done dentals for my buns, neutered boys and girls, done work on eyes, and I haven't felt like this. I have a bun who needs a dental soon, and I'm quite happy to take him there, but something doesn't feel right with this.

Sorry to ramble, and this probably sounds really silly

I have so much going wrong in life just now

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It's NOT silly, maybe you should follow your instinct it's there for a reason?..?

Do you think it's worse because the word "cancer" has been used??

Plus how long have you had to get your head around this? If your anything like me I need time to process things and take it all in........maybe you could postpone the op another week........just so you have time to figure out what to do for the best, a way for you to have some head space, because I'm guessing your focusing on tomorrow which means you can't figure what's best??

Just a suggestion but I know I would be doing exactly the same amount of worrying as you

Just off the phone to D1ck vet. He's going there tomorrow morning!

I am still terrified that I'm going to lose him, but the feeling that I have had for a few days is already falling away.

I'm going to struggle to pay for it, but I'll worry about that another time.

I only found the lump last Saturday. Went to the vet on Tuesday to get told it it probably cancer and they would go straight in to remove it. The lump wasn't going to be a problem to remove, but the stalk could take some time to find the end of.

Thank you everyone, especially Willowsmum who has had me ranting like an idiot this morning . Please everyone keep him in your thoughts.

Good luck with your appointment tomorrow.
You are doing everything you can.

weedug said:

Just off the phone to D1ck vet. He's going there tomorrow morning!

I am still terrified that I'm going to lose him, but the feeling that I have had for a few days is already falling away.

I'm going to struggle to pay for it, but I'll worry about that another time.

I only found the lump last Saturday. Went to the vet on Tuesday to get told it it probably cancer and they would go straight in to remove it. The lump wasn't going to be a problem to remove, but the stalk could take some time to find the end of.

Thank you everyone, especially Willowsmum who has had me ranting like an idiot this morning . Please everyone keep him in your thoughts.

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Anytime :wave: we all understand :thumb: plus I'm sure you have seen my posts about willow and how stressed and panicked I get when he's poorly :roll: I'm the worst :lol:

I did wonder if you had time to process it all, and it doesn't sound like you did, vets forget theses pets are precious to us and sometimes we just need a minute to take it in too. I think your doing the right thing getting a second opinion :thumb:
Please keep us updated xxxxxx

instincts are there for a reason -

Whether you **** of vets or not is irrelevant to be honest, you are entitled to a second opinion and to be honest if they get the **** about it, then its tough luck, bunny is YOUR pet, YOUR life so doesn't matter what other think just concentrate on what you feel is best and what you need to do for you and bun!

Partners are strange - A lot of them don't get why the need for such "panic" stricken moments over "Just a bunny" but unless they have that bond with them it will be hard for them to see that they aren't just a bunny at all!

Sending you some calming Vibes and I hope it is good news today, TRY Not to torture yourself over images... They may have trouble finding the stalk, BUT you are probably imaging some big instruments used.. which they may not, they may do it with keyhole type instruments (I don't know as I am not a vet) but try not to be thinking the worse as this won't be helping your nerves either, I know when I think about things like that happening I always imagine the worse and always imagine it is some great big thing triple the size of them.

I know it's easier said then done but try not to worry and see what this other vet say's to you x

Just wanted to send some love and ((((vibes)))) for you and Bubble tomorrow.xxx will be thinking of you. Xx

Schez said:

Just wanted to send some love and ((((vibes)))) for you and Bubble tomorrow.xxx will be thinking of you. Xx

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Thank you!

Today has been a bit better for me. I'm still worried and scared. He is my best pal, my rock. But at least the awful feeling that was there before has gone.

weedug said:

Thank you!

Today has been a bit better for me. I'm still worried and scared. He is my best pal, my rock. But at least the awful feeling that was there before has gone.

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At risk of sounding lame, I can feel that from here... It must be ever so scary, I would feel exactly the same if it was one of mine. Fingers (and paws ) crossed over here.xx Hope all goes smoothly.xx

Hope it goes well tomorrow. Sending lots of vibes for Bubble xx

I shall thinking about him tomorrow ......well both of you!

Update us as soon as you can

Just got back .

The vet and a final year student both gave Bub a thorough exam. They were well impressed with his condition and him . They couldn't say for sure if they could hear a heart murmur though because his heart was going so fast, which is a bit worrying.

The lump is pea sized now. At the beginning of the week it was more small grape sized. They couldn't say for sure what it is, but they didn't think they should operate on it today without waiting to see what was going to happen to it. They did wonder about possible abcess/injury which Bub may be dealing with himself. They weren't 100% about there being a stalk.

The plan is that I monitor and measure the lump (it's half a centimetre just now). If by next week it is still the same size or has grown, I've to take him back in and they will attempt a needle aspiration. They did say it would be difficult though given how small the lump is. If they can't get a sample, or it shows tumour, then they will operate.

I know he isn't out the woods yet, but I'm so much happier with this approach

I'm pleased that the consultation went well. At least you must feel that you are getting somewhere now. Good luck!