My boxer is bloated post-heartworm. Need aggressive vet treatment?

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Possibly two year old boxer mix. Had heartworms treated and now is bloated. Vet said liver problems, gave supplements, antibiotic and fluid pills. He reluctantly eats and is refusing the "S-adenosyl 425". Should I seek a different veterinarian who may be more aggressive with treatment, like physically draining his abdomen? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male | unneutered | 60 lbs

Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA · Accepted Answer

Poor TC! I'm sorry to hear that he's so sick. It sounds like he's had a really rough time recently :( If it has been confirmed that there is a large amount of free fluid in his abdomen, it's very possible that draining it may provide some temporary relief and make him feel better, at least for a while. It would help to have a bit more information about exactly what his test results have shown, because it's important to know what is causing the fluid build-up to give a better idea of whether this is a treatable problem or not in the long-run. That being said, if you feel that your current vet hasn't been receptive to discussing additional treatment options for TC, it's never wrong to seek a second opinion from another vet. Sometimes this can provide valuable insights and suggestions from a second pair of eyes. You could also request referral to an internal medicine specialist for further work-up and more advanced treatment, if you prefer.

My boxer is bloated post-heartworm. Need aggressive vet treatment?

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