Not exact matches
An aldosterone surge can occur that leads to
electrolyte imbalances — which in severe cases
requires hospitalization.
If
required, biochemical tests and urine analysis will reveal any elevated liver enzymes, lymphopenia (low lymphocyte levels) or
electrolyte imbalances.
Acute decompensation of HE
requires fluid therapy for correction of dehydration, correction of
electrolyte and acid - base
imbalances, and maintenance of blood glucose.
Hospitalization for IV fluids is usually
required to prevent dehydration and to help correct
electrolyte imbalances, along with anti-vomiting medication and pain medication being administered.
Medical treatment of heart rhythm abnormalities,
electrolyte imbalance, and sepsis is performed as
required.
To optimize your dog's health while it is fighting the virus, IV fluids are often
required to correct dehydration and
electrolyte imbalances, IV dextrose (a type of sugar) is commonly given to stabilize blood glucose levels, anti-nausea medications (like Cerenia ®) are used, and IV antibiotics (such as ampicillin) are administered to fight off secondary bacterial infections.