This is important since lungworm can cause blood clotting disorders with . An appointment with the veterinary surgeon will be required to discuss more .
How does a vet test for lungworm?
A definitive diagnosis of a lungworm infection is usually made by identification of parasite stages in the feces of an infected animal. The eggs of Eucoleus aerophilus and Eucoleus boehmi may be detected in a routine fecal flotation test or in an examination of saliva or nasal discharges.
How do you know if your dog has lungworm?
Dogs will often cough due to the physical presence of the worms in their lung area. Problems associated with bleeding, such as blood in urine, vomiting blood and petechial haemorrhage (pink blood spots on the gums) may be signs of lungworm. Owners may also notice a severe reddening around the eye – scleral haemorrhage.
How do vets treat lungworm?
Your vet will kill the lungworm with a deworming product. Your dog will be carefully monitored during this process because killing lots of worms at once can cause an allergic reaction and be fatal.
Is lungworm an emergency?
Dog lungworm can be serious, potentially even fatal, if left untreated. If you're worried it may be causing your pet to be sick contact your vet as soon as possible or, out of hours, find your nearest Vets Now pet emergency clinic or Vets Now 24/7 hospital.
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