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Post by Niki & Asti on Sept 4, 2020 6:06:11 GMT -7
[Original subject line:Back leg paralysis ]
Asti is 8yo mini dachshund, 13 pounds. Has had one previous episode of stage 1 that was resolved with laser and meds. Jumped slightly to kiss my face when I was bent over picking something up and began screaming. I picked her up to see if she had stepped on something ( we were outside). Carried her in house where she stopped screaming. I set her down and could see immediately her back legs were gone. I put her in a crate and drove straight to MSU. She reportedly still has deep pain sensation and was admitted to see Neuro today.
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PaulaM
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Post by PaulaM on Sept 4, 2020 6:31:20 GMT -7
Niki, welcome to the Forum. Kudo's to you on quick action to get her to a vet. Getting an to preserve nerve function. Is surgery a consideration for your family? Conservative treatment is the best option if surgery for whatever reason is not. Won't hurt to refresh your mind on both treatments as prep to discuss things with the neuro. Take a look at this page: dodgerslist.com/2020/02/10/surgery-vs-conservative/Take a look at our member recommended supply list. Lots of ideas and tips there to help the strict rest period go smoother, and getting the recovery suite set up. dodgerslist.com/2020/05/14/strict-rest-recovery-process/?highlight=recovery%20suite%20tipsAs you learn more from the neuro, please keep us updated. Anything running thru your mind, don't hesitate to post here. We are ready to support you post-op or if conservative treatment. Bookmark a thread to receive an email alert when someone has replied
Go to the CONSERVATIVE Board
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