My Chihuahua puppy has water on the brain. What are treatment options?

Question

I have an apple head Chihuahua he has water on his brain he is about 4 months old he weighs 2 pounds what can I do to cure it

Andrea M. Brodie, DVM · Accepted Answer

If your puppy was diagnosed with hydrocephalus by a veterinarian (at this age it would be congenital)The following treatments are common practice: Treatment is directed towards reducing CSF production and inflammation by using corticosteroids such as cortisone or prednisone in the early or acutee phases of the condition. If your dog shows more severe signs such as seizures, anti-seizure medications will be needed and diuretics may be indicated. Some teaching hospitals or specialty hospitals can perform surgery to place a tube in the pace that collects fluid in the brain to the abdomen (ventriculoperitoneal shunt) with high success rates if placed early, however there are considerable risks involved which should be discussed on a case by case base. Congenital hydrocephalus cannot be cured and its course can often be life-threatening. Treatments may afford your dog a decent quality of life. Puppies with congenital hydrocephalus may do well following shunt placement if severe brain damage has not occurred. You should discuss your puppy, its quality of life, medication and prognosis with your vet.

My Chihuahua puppy has water on the brain. What are treatment options?

Most Helpful Answer

Related Questions

What fish dog food helps dry skin if my dog eats Science Diet?

I think my pet is pregnant. How can a vet confirm it for sure?

My ferret has bloody urine and bladder stones. Is it an emergency?

Dog licking paws, fur loss, and jaw wound: Could it be allergies?

Is there a chart for dog food protein biological value and digestibility?

Why does my puppy have bloody, mucousy stools despite diet changes?

Share