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Post by DRinella on May 25, 2020 22:39:28 GMT -7
Hi Connie, I have owned Coton De Tulear since 1993. Three of which have had spinal issues. Would like to know more about specific causes of her pain..... x rays done, MRI etc I was taken aback by the name WINTER of your COton. Another Breeder from Ojai California Had a female named WINTER many years ago. Anyway, there is always hope. i have had 4 dogs with heart disease and 4 dogs with disc disease and we can all learn from each other. STAY STRONG! [NOTE: Connie's Winter 5/19 conservative has been moved to the CONSERVATIVE board here: dodgerslist.boards.net/thread/7471/connies-winter-conservative-coton-tulearDrinella you will need to register and log in to post on Winter's thread (https://dodgerslist.boards.net/thread/7471/connies-winter-conservative-coton-tulear )The guest board is a temporary Guest courtesy to get immediate help until you can register.
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Post by Marjorie on May 26, 2020 4:54:36 GMT -7
DRinella, do you currently have a dog going through an IVDD episode? If so, please start a new thread so we can offer you help and support, too.
Please know that IVDD does not always present with loss of neuro function but sometimes pain can be the only symptom. MRIs are usually only done just prior to surgery in IVDD cases unless another diagnosis is suspected. With conservative care, MRIs are not needed and should be avoided since they require anesthesia which can be dangerous for an IVDD dog as it relaxes the core muscles supporting the spine. An MRI will pinpoint exactly where a surgeon needs to operate but with conservative care, that is information that is not needed as all discs are treated during conservative care. Regular X-rays (radiographs) are good for evaluating bony abnormalities (fractures, infection of the bone, tumors of the bone). A healthy intervertebral disk and spinal cord are not visible on a radiograph because they are soft tissue and not bone.
IVDD is usually diagnosed based on breed and symptoms. If IVDD is ever suspected, strict crate rest must be done until a definitive diagnosis is obtain in order to protect the spine from further damage.
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