Update on l-lysine???

Question

My cat has herpes virus and gets alot of URI's. Two weeks ago, I asked a question and alot of people told me to give her l-lysine! Since then, her eyes aren't watery anymore and she stopped sneezing. She looks much better now! Now, all I have to do is get her ear infection to clear up and that's coming along well too! So, I just wanted to thank the people who helped me with her!! I think she's going to be ok and I will continue giving her the l-lysine! It seems to be doing miracles! So, thanks again, it's really appreciated!!

Thank you all for your answers and your help, it's really appreciated!!

Answer 1

That's great to hear. You do know to drop to a "maintenance" dose day to day and step it up when another outbreak occurs. The l-lysine doesn't "cure" the situation. Other important aspects of controlling it are diet and keeping stress at a minimum.

A good diet of raw meat is far and away the best. You can try one of many now made commercially from a quality pet store or learn how to do your own.

I would keep a bottle of Rescue Remedy around the house - when the painters come, or you tear things up for remodel. The RR is also useful for vet trips. If you anticipate any upsetting events you can start the RR a day before by putting three or four drops on her fur four or five times a day. It cannot harm her in any way and you can use it as often as you want. It can help keep her emotional balance stable through stress.

Answer 2

That's good to hear! Ours responded very quickly to it also, and I cut back on the dose till I didn't need to give it to him any more.

Keep it on hand, if you get cold sores it works on people too.

Answer 3

Cortizone cream works fine, and it is inexpensive!

Answer 4

your welcome, I'm happy that everything is going good for you and her. keep up the good work.