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Post by dlazzaro on Nov 28, 2013 22:35:16 GMT -7
Pino had back surgery four months ago in July. Since then he has recovered well but seems to have a hunch back which I believe heme will have forever. He also has had a some trouble gaining weight, which again I hope will resolve. Recently he has been whimpering and wincing in pain when he stretches his front paws? I am thinking that he might of pulled something or strained something. I'm trying to hold off going to the vet but I'm obviously concerned that he injured himself again...
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Post by PaulaM on Nov 29, 2013 7:51:40 GMT -7
Danielle, until you are certain you are not dealing with a disc episode, it is prudent to crate at once to avoid another surgery…it's an attempt to protect a suspected disc from a more severe tear and that tear doing serious damage to the spinal cord. Dr. Isaacs discusses pain that could be other than a new disc episode. www.dodgerslist.com/neurocorner2/Randompain.htmJust in case this may be a disc episode it's a good idea to refresh your mind on meds, the need for 100% STRICT rest (stricter) than for a post op dog. This is a good overview page: www.dodgerslist.com/literature/healingpage.htmLet us know what your vet diagnoses, that you do have Pino in his recovery suite until he gets a diagnosis other than a current disc episode. |
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