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shaking, possible fever

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A week ago my dog was released from the vetinarian hospital complete with sonograms and blood tests indicating an enlarged liver and spleen. The doctor said that his platelets were low in amount as well, but two days after being discharged from the hospital, we took him back to the hospital, and the doctor infromed us that his platelet levels were normal again. After recovering he was fine for the last two days, but today he showed symptoms of shaking and heavy breathing again. He's been taking the antibiotics "antirobe" and "baytril chewable", but he seems to be reverting back to his previous state. He also seems feverish; his ears are very warm. What does this mean and how can I help him?

Symptoms: Breathing, Exercise Intolerance, Lethargy, Seizures & Fits

• Veteran Advisor Angela Spar says:

  January 06th, 2008 at 12:33 PM

  There are many reasons for a spleen and liver being bigger than normal and for a low platelet count. Did your vet suggest or find a cause for his problems? In terms of his recent fever, it doesn't always mean that there is infection. fever could come from immune problems, pain, hormonal issues, tumors and inflammation. Were you able to check his temperature at home? PLatelets can be low due to immune system disorders, sequestration(ie being stored excessively in the liver or spleen for some reason!), blood loss, infection and inflammation. Had he shown any signs of spontaneous bleeding at home or was the count not low enough for this? How was the rest of his blood work apart from his platelets running low? Is he at risk for any tick diseases? Did they test for these? If he is reverting back to his original state and seems to be running a fever it is very important to try to get him rechecked today by your vet. He may need further testing and medications. Good luck

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