My dog has lungworms. What's the prognosis? Can humans get them?

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My 3 year old hound mix recently started having rapid breathing for no apparent reason. The vet heard crackling sounds in lungs. After xrays and cardiology consult it was suspected he has either an infection or lung worms. He is on clavimox and med for the worms. What is the prognosis? Is a full recovery anticipated? Also, are lung worms transmitted to humans? Thank you.

Destini R. Holloway, DVM · Accepted Answer

Poor guy. Prognosis for lung worms can be favorable if treated early and if there are no other complications such as a thromboembolism, severe allergic reaction to the worms as they die off, or other underlying condition occurring simultaneously. Therefore if you notice your pet ever getting worse (breathing gets worse, not eating, vomiting, etc) then you should have him re-evaluated by your vet right away. Lung worms are not transferable to people. A full recovery is possible if all goes well with the medication and no other complications arise. Best of luck with your pet and I hope he gets well soon.

My dog has lungworms. What's the prognosis? Can humans get them?

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