My dog has distemper. What's the survival rate and treatment?

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this is not a question about my animals exactly but i am doing a research paper on distemper in animals and i was wondering about what would you think the percentage of animals that live from it would be and what are some of the treatments you guys use are i would be thankful.and please state your name so i can quote you (at least your first if you don't wanna give your whole name). Pet's info: Other | Unknown - Other | Male | 9999 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

I will try to help you as best as I can! The mortality rate is about 50% in dogs who develop the disease, and those who do survive typically have lasting neurological effects. There is no cure for distemper, only supportive treatment for the symptoms shown. These include broad spectrum antibiotics and expectorants for the respiratory symptoms as well as the secondary bacterial pneumonia that can frequently accompany this illness. Fluid therapy is very important because of the dehydration that occurs from the vomiting and diarrhea, so IV fluids are an integral aspect of managing this disease. There are a number of medications to help the nausea and and to reduce diarrhea such as cerenia or metoclopramide. If seizures are occurring, anti-seizures medications will be given as well. I hope this helps!

My dog has distemper. What's the survival rate and treatment?

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