Does anyones dog had mri? or thoes symptomes..? - YorkieTalk.com Forums

Lucky09 · 08-28-2011, 08:01 PM

Okay it all started few days ago my Lucky had trouble with walking so I took him to the vet first he said that he has something with his leg, and it`s nothing to worry about, but everyday was worse, so I took him to the different vet he said that he must do all exames blood etc. so I said lets do it, the result was very good he is healthy,

but the vet said that he thinks the problem is something with his brain(but he can`t tell my what), and he want me to do it MRI head. I will do it, but I worry about my baby what`s wrong with him, now he doesn`t want to eat or drink I have to hold him and feed him

, when he is walking lose balance and falls down all the time. Please let me know if anyone had this kind of problem. I hope my baby boy doesn`t have cancer

lillymae · 08-28-2011, 08:13 PM

If the vet is saying your baby needs an MRI then you should do it & I personally would want a spinal tap at the same time. There are a few diff things that it could but GME and Chiari are a couple of things that need immediate attention.

lillymae · 08-28-2011, 08:28 PM

Was your baby recently vaccinated? if yes then it gould be GME, also Chiari is most often diagnosed between the ages of 2 yrs & 6 yrs.
I will be Praying for your baby, Please update after you see the Neuro.

smartpuppiepets · 08-28-2011, 09:38 PM

An MRI is a detailed , very very detailed, Xray kind of , of the brain. If the recommended it , you should do it as it will show any deformities if any, but also will show nothing if nothing ! and you will be at easy !
XOXO

gemy · 08-29-2011, 02:08 AM

If I am going to the expense of an MRI, and judging by a) your pups symptoms and b) the vet did suggest one; then I would be going/asking for a referral to a neurologist a specialist that is highly trained in the examination and reading of this type of diagnostic tool.

If this vet is a board certified neurologist (well and good), if not ask for a referral to same.

I'm so sorry that your pup is experiencing these symptoms.

Please keep us updated.

Lucky09 · 08-29-2011, 09:52 AM

whats GMD ?

Yorkiexpress · 08-29-2011, 10:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Lucky09

Okay it all started few days ago my Lucky had trouble with walking so I took him to the vet first he said that he has something with his leg, and it`s nothing to worry about, but everyday was worse, so I took him to the different vet he said that he must do all exames blood etc. so I said lets do it, the result was very good he is healthy,

but the vet said that he thinks the problem is something with his brain(but he can`t tell my what), and he want me to do it MRI head. I will do it, but I worry about my baby what`s wrong with him, now he doesn`t want to eat or drink I have to hold him and feed him

, when he is walking lose balance and falls down all the time. Please let me know if anyone had this kind of problem. I hope my baby boy doesn`t have cancer

Please get your baby to a nuro expert this sounds like GME to me.....if however you are like me and could not afford the MRI..as we had just paid a huge tax bill....you can start him on Prednisolone...if its GME he will respond to it....all the MRI will do is say yes if it is or not and show the white spots....an MRI will not cure him.....but the meds if it is GME should help...
I just lost my Isabella to GME on August 5th....it took her in less than 4 months....please get your baby in....so many have also been diagnosed with an ear infection as the symptooms are very similiar....
I am so sorry you are going thru this....

Yorkiexpress · 08-29-2011, 10:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Lucky09

whats GMD ?

GME.............
Isabella GME Research Fund

Necrotizing leukoencephalitis
In Yorkshire Terriers there can be severe mononuclear inflammation of the brainstem and periventricular cerebral white matter. Because the condition in this breed frequently affects only the white matter, it has been called necrotizing leukoencephalitis. Symptoms of brainstem and central vestibular disease predominate.[10]
Also commonly called Granulomatous meningoencephalitis,
Granulomatous meningoencephalitis - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

I just pray your baby does not have this....

kjc · 08-29-2011, 10:19 AM

I'll keep your little one in my prayers. Lillymae asked me to post this group for you. They can help: NewGMEDogs : NewGMEDogs

GME is a condition that causes swelling in the brain, and needs to be treated asap.

ladyjane · 08-29-2011, 10:38 AM

As someone else suggested, you should ask for a referral to a board certified neurologist and let him/her do the MRI or other necessary for a diagnosis.

Anyone can guess at what it could be, but keep in mind that it takes an educated vet to examine your pup and do the appropriate testing to come up with a definitive diagnosis. My suggestion is to get a diagnosis FIRST before proceeding with other groups that are specific for one diagnosis. It may not be one of the things suggested...and if it is one of them, then you have the information.

If your vet does not know one, you can do a look up at: http://www.acvim.org

I will keep your pup in my thoughts and prayers.

08-28-2011, 08:01 PM	#1
Lucky09 Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Chicago Posts: 103	Does anyones dog had mri? or thoes symptomes..? Okay it all started few days ago my Lucky had trouble with walking so I took him to the vet first he said that he has something with his leg, and it`s nothing to worry about, but everyday was worse, so I took him to the different vet he said that he must do all exames blood etc. so I said lets do it, the result was very good he is healthy, but the vet said that he thinks the problem is something with his brain(but he can`t tell my what), and he want me to do it MRI head. I will do it, but I worry about my baby what`s wrong with him, now he doesn`t want to eat or drink I have to hold him and feed him , when he is walking lose balance and falls down all the time. Please let me know if anyone had this kind of problem. I hope my baby boy doesn`t have cancer __________________ What is a dog`s favorite color? Grrrreeeen!!!Yorkie are the best

08-28-2011, 09:38 PM	#4
smartpuppiepets YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Beverly Posts: 1,042	An MRI is a detailed , very very detailed, Xray kind of , of the brain. If the recommended it , you should do it as it will show any deformities if any, but also will show nothing if nothing ! and you will be at easy ! XOXO __________________ "The reason a dog has many friends is because it wags it's tail instead of it's tong " [I]Smartpuppiepets@yahoo.com /I][

08-29-2011, 02:08 AM	#5
gemy YT 2000 Club Donating Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Huntsville,Ont,Canaada Posts: 12,340 Blog Entries: 2	If I am going to the expense of an MRI, and judging by a) your pups symptoms and b) the vet did suggest one; then I would be going/asking for a referral to a neurologist a specialist that is highly trained in the examination and reading of this type of diagnostic tool. If this vet is a board certified neurologist (well and good), if not ask for a referral to same. I'm so sorry that your pup is experiencing these symptoms. Please keep us updated. __________________ Razzle and Dara. Our clan. RIP Karma Dec 24th 2004-July 14 2013 RIP Zoey Jun9 th 2008-May 12 2012. RIP Magic,Mar 26 2006July 1st 2018

08-29-2011, 09:52 AM	#6
Lucky09 Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Chicago Posts: 103	whats GMD ? __________________ What is a dog`s favorite color? Grrrreeeen!!!Yorkie are the best

08-29-2011, 10:19 AM	#9
kjc I♥PeekTinkySaph&Finny Donating Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Baltimore, Maryland Posts: 18,872	I'll keep your little one in my prayers. Lillymae asked me to post this group for you. They can help: NewGMEDogs : NewGMEDogs GME is a condition that causes swelling in the brain, and needs to be treated asap. __________________ Kat Chloe Lizzy PeekABooTinkerbell SapphireInfinity

08-28-2011, 08:13 PM	#2
lillymae YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Idaho Posts: 4,544	If the vet is saying your baby needs an MRI then you should do it & I personally would want a spinal tap at the same time. There are a few diff things that it could but GME and Chiari are a couple of things that need immediate attention.

08-28-2011, 08:28 PM	#3
lillymae YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Idaho Posts: 4,544	Was your baby recently vaccinated? if yes then it gould be GME, also Chiari is most often diagnosed between the ages of 2 yrs & 6 yrs. I will be Praying for your baby, Please update after you see the Neuro.

08-29-2011, 10:38 AM	#10
ladyjane Resident Yorkie Nut Donating YT 20K Club Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 27,471	As someone else suggested, you should ask for a referral to a board certified neurologist and let him/her do the MRI or other necessary for a diagnosis. Anyone can guess at what it could be, but keep in mind that it takes an educated vet to examine your pup and do the appropriate testing to come up with a definitive diagnosis. My suggestion is to get a diagnosis FIRST before proceeding with other groups that are specific for one diagnosis. It may not be one of the things suggested...and if it is one of them, then you have the information. If your vet does not know one, you can do a look up at: http://www.acvim.org I will keep your pup in my thoughts and prayers. __________________ CLOUD NINE BEDS--YORKIE HAVEN RESCUE MY ETSY SHOP Last edited by ladyjane; 08-29-2011 at 10:39 AM.