Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Pug dog with high blood sugar and seizures treated successfully
By Solomon, Brittany·Published in The Canadian veterinary journal = La revue veterinaire canadienne·2022·Ontario Veterinary College, Canada·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: A case of hyperglycemic hyperosmolar syndrome in a pug dog.
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Plain-English summary
An 8-year-old spayed female pug was brought to the vet after showing signs of excessive urination, increased thirst, and seizures. She had recently been diagnosed with pancreatitis and was found to have hyperglycemic hyperosmolar syndrome, a serious condition related to diabetes. The vet treated her with intravenous fluids and insulin, which helped improve her symptoms. After treatment, the pug's condition stabilized, and she began to recover.
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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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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36185798/