Does dog myelitis have a high mortality rate?

The mortality rate of canine myelitis is as high as 50%. Dog myelitis initially manifests as symptoms such as fever, reluctance to move, and pain in the limbs. When the condition worsens, symptoms such as abnormal gait, body trembling, and elevated body temperature will appear, as well as some organ dysfunction, such as urinary incontinence, general paralysis, Loss of reflexes etc.

Causes of Canine Myelitis

Myelitis occurs when a dog's spine or intervertebral discs become infected with bacteria or fungi.

Treatment for myelitis in dogs

1. In the early stage, glucocorticoids can be used to promote the digestion and absorption of inflammation, which is beneficial to the recovery of the disease.

2. If the patient's condition is serious, high-dose methylprednisolone pulse therapy can be used, usually for 3-5 consecutive days.

3. After the condition is mastered, it may be selected for treatment, and immunoglobulin can also be used at the same time, usually for 5 consecutive days.

4. Antibiotics can be used to prevent respiratory infections and urinary system infections.

5. At the same time, B vitamins can be used for nutritional nerve therapy. Commonly used drugs include vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B12, methylcobalamin, etc., and vasodilator drugs can also be used.

6. Usually, be careful not to let the dog exercise violently, try not to jump from a high place, and usually hold the dog back and forth together, flat up and down, so as not to hurt the dog's spine.

7. At the same time, pay attention to calcium supplementation for dogs. If it is calcium deficiency, you must infuse some calcium-containing fluids, such as calcium chloride, calcium gluconate, etc., and add some vitamin D3.