Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Dog with seizures and unsteady walk from mold toxin poisoning
By Walter, Sean L·Published in The Canadian veterinary journal = La revue veterinaire canadienne·2002·Ontario Veterinary College, Canada·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Acute penitrem A and roquefortine poisoning in a dog.
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Plain-English summary
A Labrador retriever was brought to the vet after eating garbage and showing signs of poisoning, including rapid breathing, a fast heartbeat, and difficulty walking. The dog's condition worsened to the point where it couldn't stand and started having seizures. Fortunately, the vet was able to remove the toxins from the dog's stomach shortly after ingestion, which led to a full recovery within a few days.
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Abstract
Penitrem A and roquefortine poisonings were diagnosed in a Laborador retriever following garbage consumption. Clinical signs of mycotoxicosis included polypnea, tachycardia, and ataxia that quickly progressed to lateral recumbency and seizures. Removal of the mycotoxins from the stomach soon after ingestion allowed the dog to recover within 72-96 hours.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12001505/