RAD – Age-related thoracic changes; chronic intervertebral disc degeneration and possible herniation in a 9 year old FS Pitbull dog
The patient is a 9 year old FS Pitbull with a 3 day history of lethargy and decreased appetite. Has not eaten in 24 hours, decreased water intake. Seems almost ataxic or weak to the owner at home, overall very depressed. Hx of allergies that are controlled. Physical Exam: Depressed, Temp 101.9. MM pink/slightly tacky….
RAD – Osteoporosis, functional ileus, bronchointerstitial lung pattern, possible nephropathy in a 14 year old MN DSH cat
This 14 year old MN DSH cat has a history of colonic obstruction from the summer of 2015; bloodwork wnl at that time. Within the last month cat has developed moderate brown ocular and oral discharge, nasal wheezing on inspiration, mild weight loss. Heart and lungs ausculted normally. Has been on azithromycin x 7 days…
CT – Congenital transitional lumbosacral vertebra, acquired lumbosacral disc protrusion, and periodontitis in a 13 year old FS Rat Terrier dog.
The patient is a 13 year old FS Rat Terrier dog. An abdominal ultrasound was submitted for the patient last week. Pet is painful/sensitive in thoracic spine and reluctant to eat.