The first signs of degenerative myelopathy generally develop at around eight years of age, although the onset may be later in life in some dogs. Weakness and loss of co-ordination in one or both of the hind limbs (back legs) is often the initial sign, followed by dragging and scuffingRead More →
There appears to be an immune mediated component and some acutely deteriorating cases of degenerative myelopathy can benefit from short courses of corticosteroids at anti-inflammatories doses (not with concurrent non steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs). How is degenerative myelopathy treated? How is degenerative myelopathy treated? Treatment with aminocaproic acid, vitamin supplements, andRead More →
Canine Degenerative Myelopathy (DM) is a progressive disease of the spinal cord and ultimately the brain stem and cranial nerves which, at it’s end stages, results in complete paralysis and death. The closest human equivalent may be Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, or ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. How quicklyRead More →