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Post by Ashley & Cooper on May 15, 2014 18:55:00 GMT -7
My 9 year old dachshund just had neck surgery on the C2 C3 area and before the surgery he would cry and scream in pain and was in such shock he was attacking me during these "episodes" (thats what I call them).He just had the surgery yesterday and finished at 5pm. I called to check on him today they said that he has had a few "episodes". Is this normal?? Should he still be in that much pain to where he is screaming in pain? Right before the injury he would run and play with toys and was a very happy dog... Also, I am looking for the best crate that isn't too big but comfortable enough for him to recover in (he is 20lbs). Any suggestions would be much appreciated! Thank you!
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Post by Pauliana on May 15, 2014 20:52:57 GMT -7
Hi Ashley, welcome to Dodgerslist! We are really glad you have joined us. I can tell you one of the most important things you can do for your dog is self education about the disease your dog was born with. Knowledge is to make sure the right things are being done for best recovery. And for yourself, knowledge lets you step out of a very scary place…"the unknown" and the toll it can take on emotions. Get ready to fight this disease with this current episode and in the future by knowing how you can help now and after crate rest is over. There is no better place to start than on our main web page covering "All Things IVDD" at this link www.dodgerslist.com/literature.htm What was the date of the surgery? I am concerned that Cooper is still having screaming episodes after his surgery. That tells me his pain is way out of control. Pain medications have to be aggressive with disc episodes especially cervical disc episodes. They are so very painful. Ask them what medications he is being given, as well as the dosages and frequencies given..No need to accuse them of anything but do ask, just to be a good advocate for your Cooper. Let us know what you find out and also let us know what medications they send home with him when it comes time for him to be discharged. Here is a list of discharge questions to ask: www.dodgerslist.com/literature/dischargequestions.htmCervical disc episode information. Please read this for the information you will need: www.dodgerslist.com/literature/cervical.htmCrate or recovery suites should be big enough they can stretch their front legs out, turn around comfortably but not too big that they would move around too much. Any extra space can be taken up with rolled up blankets..For ideas: www.dodgerslist.com/literature/CrateRRP.htm www.dodgerslist.com/literature/cratesupplies.htmHealing thoughts and prayers. |
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