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In May of 2009, my 14 year old cat "Erica" was diagnosed with kidney failure, also known as CRF, or chronic renal failure. It's common among older cats, but virtually undetectable until about 70 percent of the kidneys have already failed to function. While CRF is terminal, your cat can go on living a comfortable life for months, or even years, as long as it maintains a strict renal diet, proper medication, and daily injections of subcutaneous fluids. However, one potential side effect of CRF is the onset of blindness caused by a sudden spike in blood pressure. In Erica's case, it happened six months after her diagnosis. Though I was devastated, I remembered reading an article by Dr. Gary Norsworthy in Vet Forum Magazine from June of 1996. He said the vision can return once the blood pressure is lowered providing the cat goes on blood pressure medicine within 24 hours of the onset. The retinas can potentially reattach once the pressure comes down. I immediately called my vet and she prescribed the medication over the phone, though she admitted never hearing about the potential of such a miracle occurring. I also called eye specialists and advised them of the situation, but by and large, the feedback was about the same. I scoured the Internet and found some articles and forums that verified the possibility, but could not find success stories on an individual level. Regardless, I knew I had to stay positive and have faith anyway. I also prayed for the first time in my life. Erica adapted surprisingly well to the blindness. I carried her in and out of bed every night and she slept tight by my head. And then, three weeks to the day after she lost her vision, she woke up and could see again 100 percent! Every day was already a gift as far as I was concerned, but this was single handedly the greatest moment of my life. And if you think I'm grateful and appreciative, imagine how Erica felt! She started acting like a kitten again and became more affectionate than ever before. So if you have a CRF cat or know anyone that does, please spread the word about this amazing and miraculous little known secret!! The information provided in this article is for educational reference purposes only. All questions regarding your cat's health should be discussed with your veterinarian.
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