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Canine Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia (AIHA & IMHA) - Thrush In Canines
| Hi Everyone!!! Does anyone know about thrush in canines. I have done research and looked at pictures and it looks like that is what Keeli has on her tongue. the Cipro in not helping at all. As a matter of fact it seems to be making the white coverage under her tongue worse. Please let me know of any suggestions. I have read alot of articles and this one stated some of the things that I might need to mention to the vet this evening. Thrush (yeast stomatitis) is an uncommon stomatitis seen chiefly in dogs who are receiving broad-spectrum antibiotics that destroy normal bacterial flora and allow the growth of yeast. Thrush also occurs in dogs with compromised immunity associated with chronic illness. The mucous lining of the gums and tongue are covered with soft white patches that coalesce to produce an adherent white membrane. Painful ulcers appear as the disease progresses. Recurrent stomatitis occurs where jagged, broken, or diseased teeth make repeated contact with the mucous lining of the lips, cheeks, or gums, causing traumatic ulcers of the mouth. A bacteria and a fungus are quite commonly cultured from these ulcers. Treatment: In most cases periodontal disease is present as a cause or a contributing factor. Your veterinarian may recommend a thorough cleaning of the dog’s mouth under anesthesia. This affords the opportunity to treat dental calculus, decayed roots, and broken teeth-treatments that are all essential to cure the problem. The dog is then placed on an appropriate antibiotic. It is important to diagnose and treat any systemic cause of the stomatitis. Aftercare at home involves rinsing the mouth with a 0.1 or 0.2 percent chlorhexidine solution (Peridex or Nolvadent) once or twice a day. Soak a cotton ball and gently swab the gums, teeth, and oral cavity. You can use a plastic syringe and squirt the mouth wash directly onto the gums. Feed a soft diet consisting of canned dog food diluted with water to a mushy consistency. Your veterinarian may prescribe a pain medication such as Etogesic or Deramax. B-complex vitamins that contain niacin may be of benefit. Thrush is treated with topical Nystatin or an antifungal drug such as ketoconazole or itraconazole. Keeli does have a broken tooth and the vet is afraid to take it out due to her health right now. I just don't know which way to go and would appreciate some advice. Has anyone else out there had this problem before? Thanks so much. Joann and Keeli |
| Joann Binger Ok |
| Joann, No experience with thrush, but it startled me to see the mention of pain meeds like Deramax. Be very careful with that -- some of these pain meds, especially Deramax, can be VERY hard on the liver and you may have to be protecting that vital organ. A suggestion... ask your vet about treating the thrush with gentian violet. I use this as needed in my cocker spaniel's ears very successfully with no harmful side effects. Good luck! Sharon |
| Sharon PA |
| Joann, My dog had exactly what you describe. It started a couple of weeks after he got the high doses of prednisone and disappeared when we reduced it. I am pretty sure it was a side effect of the drugs. Since it did not seem to bother Kahlu, we did not do anything about it. some dogs get stomach ulcers and some get them in their mouth. For the stomach ulcers we gave Sucralfate, I don't know if it helps with the mouth ulcers. Best wishes, Brigitte |
| Brigitte BC |
| Bridgett Thanks so much for responding. I feel better knowing someone has seen it before. I went last night and they put Keeli on ketoconazole (an antifungal med) for 2 weeks). I am going to begin reducing the prednisone today with a reduction of 25% so hopefully when we start to reduce we will see an improvement. Thank you again. Joann and Keeli |
| Joann Binger Ok |
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