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- Breathing trouble
- Lethargy
- Unsteadiness
- Losing consciousness
- Weight loss
- Seizures
- Confusion
- Accelerated idiojunctional rhythm is an abnormal heart rhythm caused by a faulty impulse from the junction between the ventricles and the atria. It is recognized by a heart rate of 60 to 100 beats per minute.
- Accelerated idioventricular rhythm is an increased heart rate from the ectopic ventricle. It is faster than the normal beat, but less than 100 beats per minute.
- Pancreatitis
- Imbalance of the electrolytes
- Hypoxia
- Heart disease
- Unknown
- This is usually a cause for hospitalization depending on the severity of the attack. The veterinarian will provide anti-nausea medicine, IV fluids, and rest for one to two days. If the attack is mild, the veterinarian will prescribe a diet that is low in fat and an enzyme supplement.
- Hypoxemia is treated with oxygen and more tests to determine the cause of the condition. The veterinary caregiver may decide to hospitalize your dog until he is stable. Once he finds the cause of the hypoxemia, he will discuss treatment with you.
- There are many types of heart disease caused by anything from diet to congenital defects. Because of this, the treatment for heart disease can be one of many, from a new food plan to surgery. The veterinarian will have to perform more tests to find the type and cause of the heart disease before it can be treated.
- The initial treatment for an imbalance of your dog’s electrolytes that is enough to trigger an irregular heart rhythm is IV fluids to restore his electrolyte levels. The veterinary team will also need to do some more tests to determine the reason for the imbalance. This disorder can be caused by many illnesses, from dehydration to diabetes.
- Irregular heart rhythm of unknown origin rarely warrants any medication or treatment unless it causes symptoms. The veterinarian will want to continue to monitor your dog’s blood pressure and get regular ECG recordings.
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