Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
A case of hyperglycemic hyperosmolar syndrome in a pug dog.
- Journal:
- The Canadian veterinary journal = La revue veterinaire canadienne
- Year:
- 2022
- Authors:
- Solomon, Brittany
- Affiliation:
- Ontario Veterinary College · Canada
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
An 8-year-old spayed female pug was taken to the vet after showing signs of peeing and drinking a lot, as well as having seizures. She had recently been diagnosed with pancreatitis, and the vet found that she was suffering from hyperglycemic hyperosmolar syndrome, which is a serious complication related to diabetes. The dog was hospitalized and received fluids through an IV and insulin treatment. After these treatments, her symptoms improved.
Abstract
An 8-year-old spayed female pug dog that had recently been diagnosed with pancreatitis was brought to a veterinary clinic with polyuria, polydipsia, and seizures. The dog was diagnosed with hyperglycemic hyperosmolar syndrome, a rare complication of diabetes mellitus. The dog was hospitalized and was administered intravenous fluids and insulin therapy, and clinical signs improved.
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