arnie
my vet has just taken some fluid from my dogs abdomen, what could be the cause
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Cristy Record says:
May 01st, 2009 at 08:56 PM
There are many causes for fluid buildup in the abdomen. Some of these include abdominal bleeding, abdominal cancer, an inflammation of the lining of the abdomen, a ruptured bladder, liver damage, low levels of protein in the blood, and right-sided congestive heart failure, in which the heart cannot pump enough blood to meet the body’s needs.
A medical condition known as nephritic syndrome (where the dog has protein in its urine and high cholesterol in its blood) may also be responsible for fluid buildup in the abdomen.
I am hoping and wishing for the best for you and your dog.
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Gabriella suggests:
September 27th, 2009 at 01:03 PM
Did you ask your vet the same question? I'm sure he/she would be able to give the best guess. Good Luck, Gabriella
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