Liver Shunt Success Stories

[dwerten]

Originally Posted by Lolasmom1211

I don't have much time to post now, but I can tell you my Lola had LS surgery to repair her shunt at UT last March. She also had the scintigraphy, was spayed and had her baby teeth pulled at the same time. The problem having the scintigraphy done elsewhere is that you do have to put them to sleep and if they indeed do have a shunt, you may run into problems if that facility is not prepared and accustomed to LS babies. It was comforting to go to a place (UT) that does these over and over each day with such tiny babies. Lola is doing wonderful, she also had MVD, but is like a different dog now that we repaired her shunt. UT definitely saved Lola's life!

when i called dr broom they said they do not usually have to put to sleep or sedate for scintigraphy but i guess if dog is real active maybe they have to mildly sedate

[Sashabear0430]

do liver shunts affect hair growth? I cut Sasha's hair 3 months ago and it barley grew an inch. it is also an odd color. she is very light colored but her parents and relatives along her family tree are dark colored. CAn LS affect this also?

[143julz]

I hope you get the info you are searching for on your pup...
I'm learning about this disease so i can try being a support for a friend who's MORKIE may have it.
I posted just last night for her so i could get info to pass along to her.

I feel so bad for those going through anything like this...Hugs to all

[SassyAnn101]

Originally Posted by Sashabear0430

do liver shunts affect hair growth? I cut Sasha's hair 3 months ago and it barley grew an inch. it is also an odd color. she is very light colored but her parents and relatives along her family tree are dark colored. CAn LS affect this also?

Yes Liver Shunts can affect hair growth. Liver Shunts can also affect the way their hair looks and feels. Skin can also be affected. My Gizmo had very dry scaley skin. I could not let his hair grow out any because the dry skin would get matted.

[Sashabear0430]

Originally Posted by SassyAnn101

Yes Liver Shunts can affect hair growth. Liver Shunts can also affect the way their hair looks and feels. Skin can also be affected. My Gizmo had very dry scaley skin. I could not let his hair grow out any because the dry skin would get matted.

Ddi he have surgery? Do you have pics before and after LS surgery og his hair? My Sasha has dry skin and slow hair growth and her hair doesn't look healthy.

[Sashabear0430]

Originally Posted by SassyAnn101

Yes Liver Shunts can affect hair growth. Liver Shunts can also affect the way their hair looks and feels. Skin can also be affected. My Gizmo had very dry scaley skin. I could not let his hair grow out any because the dry skin would get matted.

I just read that he passed. I'm so sorry about that. What happened?

[SassyAnn101]

Gizmo was almost four before I found out he had a Liver Shunt. After having the surgery I was told that his liver was very small and very damaged. He did come through the surgery, but developed Pneumonia from aspirating when coming out from under the gas and was just too weak to fight. I have pictures of him in my album from before and a couple of him at UT before I lost him. I am not sure you can tell anything from them. When I took him to UT they told me that the liver shunt could cause his skin problems. They scraped his skin while at UT, he was going to see the dermatologist there, but did not make it. I wish you the best of luck with your baby. I know the pain and fear that you are feeling. I will pray for her. If I can help any more please let me know.