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my dog fainted a couple of times now....when he constantly drinks water or licks things witch he likes to do...this time he fainted for 20 secs losing all balance and falling to ground...10 secs later he is running around happy...it only happens when he is licking things for a period of times or drinking water whats going on?
Optional Information: Type of Animal: American Pit Bull Terrier Pet's Gender: Male Pet's Age: 2 Name of Dog: czar Already Tried: i called my vet for an appoinment tomorrow just wanted to know before hand
Welcome! I would be happy to assist you. I am a 2003 graduate from UC Davis and a Medical Director of a veterinarian practice.Hello, Actually, these could be petite mal seizures. Also, before a seizure occurs, there can be a pre-ictal period with strange behavior. That behavior, can include increased or irregular licking. So, the licking may not be a coincidence. it could be part of the seizure. Seizures are generally caused by:1. Intra-cranial disease (something inside the head including infections, inflammatory conditions, and cancer)2. Extra-cranial disease (anything outside of the head including organ problems like liver disease, infections, electrolyte abnormalities that can be caused by endocrine disease like Addison's, cancer)Another consideration is epilepsy:Epilepsy (When there is no known cause despite all possible screenings tests including MRI and testing CSF fluid for abnormalities). Epilepsy "usually" has an onset of around 2-5 or 6 years of age, although it can start earlier or later. So, there is no doubt your vet should suggest some basic testing to ensure there is no obvious systemic problem. A canine basic blood test (with a thyroid level) and a urine test (urinalysis) may answer a lot of concerns, or at least rule-out many possible explanations. What can tests tell you:Chemistry Panel CBC (complete blood count)UrinalysisOther causes could include heart arrhythmias that are brief in duration, or vestibular disease (loss of equilibrium). although vestibular conditions don't generally last for a few seconds. They are for days. Hope that info is helpfulGood LuckDr. Andy Please reply ANY time more information is needed using the REPLY TO EXPERT button. Please remember to leave feedback by selecting a SMILEY FACE followed by “Submit”This is necessary, so I may receive credit from the website for my response, even if you are a subscribing member. Only rate my answer when you are 100% satisfied. IF you feel the need to rate "bad" or "poor", please stop and reply to me via the REPLY TO EXPERT button. I would be happy to continue assisting further, and do everything I can to be of the greatest assistance. REMEMBER: Even after you submit feedback, you can still review our discussion or reply if needed. Unfortunately, I cannot legally prescribe medications or offer a definitive diagnosis without performing a physical examination, which is necessary to establish a client-patient-doctor relationship. Any medical therapy and treatment should only be performed after an in-person examination with your veterinarian. While information may be discussed, this is not intended as an encouragement for you to self treat your pet. After we conclude this question, I can be requested for additional questions through my profile at: Dr. Andy
is there anything that i should do if he does it again? or just let him be?....can he die from any of above? and what are usaly the cost in stuff like this?
Nope. Just ensure he is protected from not hurting himself or his head. Cost for blood and urine varies greatly where you live and from vet to vet. I would say a blood profile and urine test can average $150-250. Die from a condition? If a seizure event were to last for several minutes that can be very hard on the body. If there were some cancer or serious infection causing it, that would be of concern as well, although I am no suspecting either at this point. Dr. Andy Please reply ANY time more information is needed using the REPLY TO EXPERT button. Please remember to leave feedback by selecting a SMILEY FACE followed by “Submit”This is necessary, so I may receive credit from the website for my response, even if you are a subscribing member. Only rate my answer when you are 100% satisfied. IF you feel the need to rate "bad" or "poor", please stop and reply to me via the REPLY TO EXPERT button. I would be happy to continue assisting further, and do everything I can to be of the greatest assistance. REMEMBER: Even after you submit feedback, you can still review our discussion or reply if needed. Unfortunately, I cannot legally prescribe medications or offer a definitive diagnosis without performing a physical examination, which is necessary to establish a client-patient-doctor relationship. Any medical therapy and treatment should only be performed after an in-person examination with your veterinarian. While information may be discussed, this is not intended as an encouragement for you to self treat your pet. After we conclude this question, I can be requested for additional questions through my profile at: Dr. Andy
Experience: 2003 UC Davis Veterinary Grad