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Masticatory Myositis in Dogs – When Chewing Hurts!

2017-05-29 by CriticalCareDVM

I’m a foodie. Heaven knows I love some scrumptious delights to please my palate. What if the simple action of chewing delectable morsels caused excruciating pain? This dreaded scenario happens for some dogs, and is called masticatory myositis. Pain while chewing is often chalked up to dental problems. Many pet parents don’t know about this … [Read more…]

Posted in: Diseases Tagged: 2M, antibodies, asparate aminotransferase, AST, atrophy, azathioprine, biopsy, Cavalier King Charles spaniels, CK, computed tomography, corticosteroids, CPK, creatine kinase, CT, cyclosporine, Doberman pinscher, enophthalmos, eosinophils, exophthalmos, fibers, fibrosis, German shepherd, Golden retrievers, Inflammation, Labrador retrievers, LC2-M, magnetic resonance imaging, mastication, masticatory, mMyBP-C, MRI, muscle, mycophenolate mofetil, myosin, myositis, Rottweilers, trismus

Degenerative Myelopathy – A Progressive Spinal Cord Disease in Dogs

2017-05-15 by CriticalCareDVM

On this – the 3rd anniversary of CriticalCareDVM.com – I wanted to devote some time to an important and under-appreciated cause of pelvic limb weakness and paralysis in dogs. Most pet parents know about intervertebral disc disease that can cause neurological complications like difficulty walking and spinal discomfort. Yet, degenerative myelopathy should be considered in … [Read more…]

Posted in: Diseases Tagged: acupuncture, ALS, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, ataxia, axon, cerebrospinal fluid, CSF, degenerative, demyelination, hydrotherapy, incontinence, magnetic resonance imaging, MRI, mutation, myelopathy, paralysis, paresis, phosphorylated neurofilament heavy proteins, Rehabilitation, spinal cord

Cryptococcosis in Cats – A Feline Fungal Infection

2017-04-24 by CriticalCareDVM

I’ve been diagnosing and managing some interesting infectious diseases in my patients recently. These intriguing cases have kept bacteria, fungi, and infective organisms at the forefront of my mind. So much so that this week I’m sharing some tidbits about the most common systemic fungal infection in cats – cryptococcosis. I hope you find the … [Read more…]

Posted in: Diseases Tagged: antigen, ataxia, bronchoscopy, computed tomography, cryptococcosis, cryptococcus, CT, gatii, lameness, lethargy, magnetic resonance imaging, MRI, nasal discharge, neoformans, radiographs, rhinoscopy, vision

Lymph Node Enlargement in Dogs & Cats – A Swelling Not to Be Ignored!

2017-04-17 by CriticalCareDVM

A common clinical scenario I encounter is a pet referred to me for evaluation of enlarged lymph nodes. Parents may incidentally discover the swellings while petting or playing with their pet. At other times family veterinarians find the enlargements during an annual preventative healthcare examination. Given the commonality of this medical problem, I wanted to … [Read more…]

Posted in: General Information Tagged: axillary, biopsy, CT, cytology, fine needle aspiration, inguinal, lymph, lymph nodes, MRI, popliteal, prescapular, radiography, skin, sonography, submandibular, superficial cervical, ultrasonography, vessel, X-rays

Horner’s Syndrome in Dogs & Cats – A Unique Eye Condition

2017-02-27 by CriticalCareDVM

Those who regularly read my blog (I hope that’s most of you!) know how much I love eyes. Those colorful globes are simply a site to behold! Although cliché, I believe eyes truly are the windows to the soul. This week I wanted to share information about a unique eye condition that can occur in … [Read more…]

Posted in: Diseases Tagged: computed tomography, cranial mediastinum, enophthalmos, Horner's, idiopathic, miosis, MRI, nictitans, postganglionic, preganglionic, ptosis, syndrome

Thyroid Tumors in Dogs – A Big Gland in the Neck

2016-11-21 by CriticalCareDVM

This week I had the privilege of meeting a wonderful patient referred to me for evaluation of a thyroid tumor. After consulting with the family, I visited this blog and was shocked to find thyroid tumors were a topic about which I had not yet shared information. So this week, I’ve resolved this oversite. Without … [Read more…]

Posted in: Diseases Tagged: carcinoma, computed tomography, CT scan, hormone, larynx, MRI, radiation therapy, radioactive iodine, scintigraphy, surgery, thyroid, ultrasonography

Seizures in Dogs & Cats – What You Need to Know!

2016-08-08 by CriticalCareDVM

One of the scariest events in pet parents’ lives is seeing their fur baby have a seizure. They’re downright frightening even when you know what seizures look like. So this week I’ve devoted some blog space to bring you important information about seizures in dogs and cats. Happy reading! Seizures – What are they? The … [Read more…]

Posted in: Diseases Tagged: absence, atonic, CT scan, focal, generalized, grand mal, MRI, myotonic, partial, petite mal, seizures, tonic-clonic

Acute Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD) – A Cause of Neck & Back Pain

2015-06-22 by CriticalCareDVM

Dogs, like people, can be afflicted with problems of the spinal column. One of the most common issues with this part of the body is an abnormality of the intervertebral discs. This week I discuss acute intervertebral disc disease(IVDD) in dogs, and I hope you find the information helpful and share-worthy. Happy reading! Intervertebral Disc … [Read more…]

Posted in: Diseases Tagged: CT scan, fenestration, Hansen Type I, Hansen Type II, intervertebral disc, laminectomy, MRI, myelography
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