What Is Canine Megaesophagus? Info from: Megaesophagus is difficult to detect and diagnose, and the medical options are few. But, many of these pets can be managed and lead relatively normal lives. The condition is reported in humans, dogs, cats, ferrets and other animals. (For simplicity sake we will use the dog as the typical patient in discussions on this site.) The muscles of the esophagus fail and it cannot propel food or water into the stomach. (Its like a ballo
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Wow, I never thought about animals having that issue. My sister has the human version of megaesophagus - it is called Achalasia. It is very rare. She had it for several years before it was diagnosed and then she had to wait a very long time for surgery. Luckily, she is doing well now. I hope the best for Bashful too!
@BecksMessyDesk Thanks Beck! <3
Aww poor Baby… Bashfull is still in my thoughts. Hopefully she’ll be alright now.
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