Syndrome of acute traumatic gastroenteritis complicated by dry keratoconjunctivitis in a pug puppy

Abstract

Acute gastroenteritis, accompanied by vomiting and diarrhea, is often found in the practice of a veterinarian. Previously, it was customary to use antimicrobials for the treatment of these patients, since bacterial infections were considered one of the main causes of acute gastrointestinal disorders. Modern microbiome studies have led to a revision of the protocol for the treatment of acute gastroenteritis, now it is recommended to use probiotics, prebiotics, dietary modification and symptomatic treatment. The described clinical case reflects the collision of the traditional approach to the treatment of acute gastroenteritis with an antimicrobial drug and a microbiome-friendly treatment option using probiotics, antiemetics and infusion therapy. In this case, the cancellation of the antimicrobial drug led to an improvement in the patient's condition and a rapid recovery.