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08-20-2005, 05:59 AM | #1 |
Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Conroe TX
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| blood in stool I have had this problem before with Gypsy and It happened again! The first bowel movement in the morning is fine, but sort of soft and then a little blood will be passed in the stool a little later! Seemed she was feeling a little under the weather, but seems fine now! Any comments! I will call the vet! |
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08-20-2005, 06:10 AM | #2 |
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| I am glad you are contacting your vet for an exam. Is Gypsy possibly eating something every now and then (snuck table scrap or ??) that is upsetting her tummy? Your vet can do a stool sample test to make sure there are no parasites, etc.
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08-20-2005, 06:14 AM | #3 |
Yorkie Kisses are the Best! Donating Member | poor baby - how old is she and has she been checked for Coccidia ? There are different reasons for blood and usually very treatable...Good luck ! |
08-20-2005, 12:54 PM | #4 |
Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Conroe TX
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| blood in stool I have never heard of that problem! I need to find out more about it though. She is almost three! |
08-20-2005, 02:24 PM | #5 |
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| Here is some information on blood in stool Hematochezia refers to the presence of red or fresh blood in the stools, and must be differentiated from melena, which is the presence of black, tarry stools. The causes, diagnostic tests, and treatment protocols for hematochezia often differ from those for melena. Hematochezia is often a sign of lower gastrointestinal disease. In some cases it is an indication of a minor, transient problem. In other cases it is indicative of a serious underlying disease that can become an emergency requiring intensive therapy. Hematochezia may be the only clinical sign seen, or it may be accompanied by other signs, especially straining to defecate. Obtaining a detailed history and through physical examination are essential when evaluating these patients. Causes There are many potential causes of hematochezia. The most common causes are usually associated with the gastrointestinal tract, although in some cases, the cause is completely unrelated (e.g. clotting disorders or coagulopathies). It is important to determine the cause of hematochezia, as specific treatment is often necessary for these patients. Numerous infectious agents may result in hematochezia. These include viral infections such as parvovirus and corona virus, bacterial infections such as Clostridium and Salmonella, protozoal agents such as coccidiosis, and intestinal parasites such as hookworms and whipworms. Dietary intolerance and indiscretion from eating spoiled food, overeating, ingesting foreign material (especially bones), a sudden change in diet, or eating people food may cause inflammation of the lower bowel and hematochezia. Dietary allergy to certain food substances, such as to particular proteins, lactose, high fat content, and certain food additives may also cause colitis with hematochezia. Masses of the colon, rectum or anus may cause bleeding and produce hematochezia. Such masses include benign (polyps) and malignant (cancer) tumors. Persistent hematochezia is a common sign of inflammation of the colon, sometimes referred to as colitis. Many of the causes of hematochezia listed above also cause colitis. Colitis can also occur for unknown, immune-related, or poorly defined reasons, and may require a colonic biopsy to identify the type of inflammation present. Trauma of any sort can cause hematochezia. Examples include bite wounds to the anal area, fractures of the pelvis that disrupt the colon or rectum, the passage of sharp ingested objects (e.g. bones, needles, tacks, etc.), and the insertion of instruments or materials into the rectum (e.g. examination scopes, enema syringes, etc.). Bleeding disorders (coagulopathies) of the body may result in bleeding from the lining of the lower bowel. There are numerous types of bleeding disorders that may occur in animals. Examples include thrombocytopenia (decreased numbers of platelets), ingestion of rat poison that contains anticoagulants, inherited clotting disorders (e.g. hemophilia, abnormal platelet function problems, etc.), disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) from massive infections or organ failure, and severe liver disorders. Intussusception (the telescoping of one part of the bowel into another) secondary to foreign bodies, tumors, or parasites can cause hematochezia. Hemorrhagic gastroenteritis (HGE) is a syndrome seen in dogs whose cause is unknown. It usually presents with acute bloody diarrhea, with or without vomiting. The bleeding associated with this disease can be very dramatic. Stricture (narrowing) of the anus or colon, secondary to previous trauma, inflammation, cancer or a foreign body may result in bleeding, especially as stools are passed. Anal sacculitis (inflammation of the anal sacs) or anal sac abscessation can change the consistency of the fluid in the anal sacs to a bloody liquid. This liquid may coat the stools as they are defecated. Perianal fistulae are ulcerations or tracts that are visible in the skin around the anus. If these tracts communicate with the rectum, then hematochezia may occur. Proctitis is inflammation of the rectum and is often associated with colitis. Good luck ! I would definitely recommend a Vet vist.
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08-20-2005, 03:11 PM | #6 |
Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Conroe TX
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| bloody stools I will go to the vet for sure, but I do notice a pattern of this and it happens when someone is keeping her for a week and she eats the other dogs dry food and probably alot of it! It happens only once and she is back to normal. I will check into the matter soon! Thanks for all the information for sure! |
08-20-2005, 11:50 PM | #7 |
Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Philippines
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| Please bring her to the vet, better be safe than sorry. |
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