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IBS help and info

I have a Scottish fold 71/2 yoa n/m who has had chronic IBS his whole life. He is now in crisis and the doctors aren't sure if he has developed lymphoma because of it with out further testing $2000-$3000 they are treating symptoms now. which remains as bloody diarrhea, anemia and occasional vomiting. His last bad episode he lost several pounds so now he is on: Leukran every 3 days, prednisone metrodiazionole and forta flora. his diet is  royal canin duck wet.
My question is can you suggest something to help increase his weight again? or any other suggestions that you might have.
Thank you,
Tracey Drew
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I'm so sorry to hear about your cat's illness.  I had a cat that had IBS her whole life, and the poor thing was just miserable without her meds (prednisolone injections and occasional antibiotics).  Nutrical is excellent for putting weight on cats that are in health crises.  Most of them just love the taste of it, as well, so much so that they will lick it right out of the tube.  It's sold in most vets' offices, however it's also available at places like PetSmart, and it's considerably cheaper at PetSmart.  My IBS kitty has since gone to the Rainbow Bridge (this was some 15 years ago when I had her), however I do cat rescue and I still use Nutrical when necessary because it's such a great supplement.  The last time I bought it at PetSmart I paid under $5 a tube for it, while it was almost $10 at the vet's office, so my suggestion would be that if you decide to use it, purchase it at a retail pet store and save yourself some money.

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there are some high calorie wet foods available by prescription.  i was prescribed a 'science diet' variety for one of my cats.  you can also try baby food or a high calorie food supplement that you can probably find at your pet supply store.  but, I'd ask your vet about a prescription for some of the high calorie food.  
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