Lymphoma in a 6 year old Australian Shepherd mix dog
A 6-year-old Australian Shepherd mix dog was presented for diarrhea. Due to the fractious nature of patient, only a limited exam could be performed. The patient was discharged with two antidiarrheal medications and a dewormer. Less than 2 months later, the patient was presented again due to lethargy, vomiting and diarrhea. In-house blood chemistry showed…
Lymphoma and extramedullary hematopoiesis of the spleen and liver diagnosed by FNA in a 5 year old FS Boxer
A 5-year-old FS Boxer was presented for vomiting, diarrhea, anorexia, and weight loss. The blood chemistry revealed elevated ALT and elevated AST enzyme activities. The CBC showed a leukocytosis consisting of a neutrophilia and a monocytosis. Thoracic radiographs were performed; there was no evidence of mass lesions, and the cardiac silhouette was within normal limits.
Lymphoma and extramedullary hematopoiesis (EMH) in a 5 year old FS Boxer dog
A 5-year-old FS Boxer dog was presented for vomiting, diarrhea, anorexia, and weight loss. The blood chemistry revealed elevated ALT and elevated AST enzyme activities. The CBC showed a leukocytosis consisting of a neutrophilia and a monocytosis. Thoracic radiographs were performed and there was no evidence of mass lesions and the cardiac silhouette was within…
Lymphoplasmacytic enteritis, granulomatous lymphangitis in a 13 year old MN Beagle. *May 2010 COM*
A 13-year old MN Beagle dog was presented with vomiting, diarrhea, inappetance, and lethargy. The clinical exam revealed 5% dehydration and mildly tender mid-cranial abdomen. CBC, biochemistry, and urinalysis were normal. Folate was mildly elevated. CPL was Negative. Empirical treatment with metronidazole, Cerenia, and SQ fluids produced only minor positive clinical response.
Splenic lymphoid hyperplasia, extramedullary hematopoeisis, and a necrotic renal cyst in a 14 year old FS dog
A 14-year-old FS dog presented for a collapsing episode. The owner reported that the patient had been shaking and then fell over. On physical exam, the patient was found to be unsteady on her feet, and she had a rotational nystagmus. Ceruminous discharge was present in the left ear. There was crepitus of a number…
Biliary mucosal hyperplasia and gall bladder mucocele in a 8 year old FS Beagle dog
An 8-year-old FS Beagle dog was presented for acute onset vomiting and hemorrhagic diarrhea, following the probable ingestion of garbage one night prior to evaluation. On CBC elevated MCHC, thrombocytosis, and anemia was evident. Blood gases were within normal limits and PCV/TP was 42/9.5. The patient was transferred from the RDVM for continued overnight care…
Chronic active hepatitis in a 7 year old FS Labrador Retriever dog
A 7-year-old FS Labrador Retriever dog with recent history of resolved corneal laceration and Leptosporosis vaccination was presented for intermittent vomiting and diarrhea. The only significant abnormality on physical examination was mild icterus. PCV/TP was 36/5.8 and 4DX negative. The patient was treated with I.V, fluids, antibiotics, anti-emetics, gastroprotectants, and vitamin K. 24 hours later…
Addison’s disease in a 5 year old FS Pit Bull Terrier
A 5-year-old FS Pit Bull Terrier dog presented for not acting right per owner, vomiting for one day, and anorexia. Temperature was normal. Initial blood chemistry revealed azotemia, low cholesterol, hyperamylasemia, and low triglycerides. CBC found thrombocytopenia. Total T4 and Pancreatic Lipase Immunoreactivity were both normal. Within a few weeks, the patient was examined again…
Nodular pancreas and ascites in a 10 year old MN DSH cat
This 10-year-old MN DSH cat with controlled hyperthyroidism presented for partial anorexia, chronic diarrhea, and abdominal distension as noted by the owner. The physical exam confirmed a non-painful abdominal swelling, atrophy of the lumbar musculature, and a poor haircoat. Palpation was normal except for the suspicion of ascites. The CBC at the time of presentation…
Moderate pancreatitis with peripancreatic inflammation in a 3 Year Old MN Labrador Retriever
This 3-year-old MN Chocolate Labrador retriever was presented for severe vomiting, anorexia and diarrhea. The clinical exam revealed abdominal pain and moderate dehydration. Initial CBC and blood chemistry analysis were normal. The patient had been hospitalized 5 days with intravenous therapy prior to the sonogram.