| In Loving Memory of Abi Degenerative Myelopathy is a slow,
progressive spinal cord disorder. The cause of the condition is
unknown, although it is believed to be an autoimmune disease –
a condition in which the body's immune system begins to attack its
own nerve cells. The disease is slowly progressive. Affected dogs
get progressively weaker and more uncoordinated as the disease process
progresses. The condition bears many similarities to multiple sclerosis
in people. The initial clinical sign is usually an increased difficulty
standing up. The rear legs become progressively weaker, and the
dog becomes more and more uncoordinated. If forced to turn quickly,
affected dogs will often fall. There is no effective treatment for
Degenerative Myelopathy. |
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