|
|
Post by turtlepooch on Nov 28, 2009 15:38:59 GMT
My sisters dog has just been given diazapam and has a tube given to them just in case he has another epiletic fit. Had all the tests but cannot find what started it. Anyone experienced this. As I haven't we are trying to find out more. He is 6years old otherwise healthy.
|
|
|
|
Post by Julie(luke3) on Nov 28, 2009 19:30:42 GMT
|
|
|
|
Post by squidgetmidget on Nov 29, 2009 10:41:20 GMT
there can be a variety of reasons, obviously things like brain tumours, but sometimes there cannot be a clear diagnosis. recently we had a 2 year old retriever in work that was fitting all the time, had mri scans etc and the specialist could not find a reason. so sometimes it is just a case of management. speak to your vet if you have queries, they will be more than happy to discuss further investigations with you, although if your dog is not insured, you may not want to go down that route! management is important as every time the animal fits, its brain will be degenerating and therefore that increases the risk of another fit happened, so it is a downward spiral if you cannot control them. this is what happened to the dog i mentioned, he was on all the latest medication, highest doses, but for some reason it just couldnt be controlled and the owners had to admit that it was kinder he was put to sleep. so you must keep in contact with your vets so that they can ensure the case is monitored well to prolong your dog's life. xx
|
|
|
|
Post by turtlepooch on Dec 1, 2009 14:31:21 GMT
Scans all clear cannot find a reason so will be keeping an eye on him but thanks everyone for the info
|
|
. He was only 2 when diagnosed but with tablets(epiphen) he lived till he was 12. Hope this site might explain a bit. x
