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Liver function test

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My dog has a Sebaceous cyct on her back and the vet wants to remove it. My dog is 12 years old so they did a geriatric blood work up and 2 days later the vets office called to tell me that my female Wired Hair Fox Terrier has a very high liver function test. They put her on Denosyl and flagl. I asked what this could be caused from and what if the medicine doesn't work? They told me probably old age and if the medicine doesn't work she may have to be flushed out with IV's.... Should I be concerned?

 

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Age: 12; Female; Breed: Wired Hair Fox Terrier

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July 4 2006 at 3:33 PM (23 minutes and 34 seconds later)
         
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It sounds like they are giving you good information. Your concern is understandable. sometimes medication doesn't always work for every pet, thats why your vet probably wanted to let you know so that you would be prepared if it didn't work. They probably wanted you to be able to make an informed decision on her care. It is necessary to try to get the liver function back to as close to normal as possible in order for it to be able to process anesthesia better. I'm curious, how big is the cyst on her back?

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July 4 2006 at 3:43 PM (9 minutes and 58 seconds later)
         
Reply to animal eyes's Post: The cyst is about the size of a fist, and I don't know how they knew what it was because they didn't do any tests...but I am more concerned about the liver test then the cyst. I am worried about her age and what is ahead for her with elevated liver function tests? They are not giving me any information to make an informed decision on her health?

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July 4 2006 at 3:57 PM (13 minutes and 28 seconds later)
         
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The liver and kidneys help flush the anesthesia out of the system. When they aren't working properly they don't filter as well. The medications that they have given you are used to help improve the function of the liver so that it will work better. As our pets age their internal organs can start to fail. This doesn't mean that that is the end it just means that damage has occurred and its ability to function is compromised. Her age should always be a concern but we have found that smaller dogs age slower so 12 for her is younger than for a golden or lab. That they did labwork prior to surgery is a definite plus. They will probably recommend doing more in another couple of weeks to see if the values are returning to a more normal reading. When they are close to normal they may consider her a better surgical risk and recommend to proceed with the surgery. I hope this helps you have a better understanding of what is happening. My best wishes for you and your dog.

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July 5 2006 at 7:11 AM (15 hours and 13 minutes and 38 seconds later)
         
Reply to animal eyes's Post: What would happen if the medicine doesn't work? Is the cyst dangerous and will the liver get worse?
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