bleeding dog: tore off toenail, what to do?
Posted By: XanaX on 2008-08-16
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there was a lot of blood, i applied pressure to get it to stop. she managed to tear off the entire little toenail on her back foot. i then applied peroxide and tried bandaging it, but she won't leave the bandage on. i don't feel this is a huge medical emergency, but i'm new to this dog business. also, i hate to admit this, but i cannot afford a trip to the emergency vet (could put it on credit if truly necessary). don't know what else to do --- anyone?
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I have toenail fungus back when I was younger
and got rid of it with Sporanox. I had never had a pedicure. I think mine came from a pair of secondhand shoes from Goodwill or a rummage sale. It's good you are getting it treated with just one toe infected. Mine spread to all 10 toes and every year and a half I would lose my right great toenail -- very painful! It was just awful and very, very embarrassing.
we tore down the wall, sm
we had a double wide though and wanted to fix it up to sell. we tore down the wall joing the kitchen to the living room and made a bar just like you are talking about. opened it up so much and looked beautiful, actually what sold the house. didn't make a difference at all in load bearing, but not sure it would be the same in a single wide. also, may need electrical help (my brother did this for us as he is an electrician), cuz wires were hanging all through those walls. so be careful of hot wires if you decide to attempt it.
My sister-in-law is a true narcissist and almost tore our marriage apart. sm
I no longer see her, speak with her, deal with her and she lives in the same town and attends the same functions as I do. The mere presence of me angers her to no end. I feel your pain. Please read this.
Most people with this disorder advertise themselves… They seek to be the center of attention. In search of constant approval and praise to reinforce their false grandiose sense of self, they’re “on- stage,” dominating the conversation, often exaggerating their importance.
They lack empathy for others and have an inflated sense of entitlement, requiring others to respond to their demands and grant favors. They need everything for themselves and are envious of others’ accomplishments and possessions.
Criticism or disapproval takes them back to their difficult childhoods, sending them into a defensive fury, since any flaw or mistake means they’re not perfect. Also, when things go wrong, they cannot acknowledge the imperfections implicit in accepting responsibility.
Appearance matters more than substance. Power, wealth and beauty bolster their fragmented self-image.
They may be extremely driven because the “narcissistic fuel” of outside approval is so essential. Many are workaholics. Warning: this personality disorder may not be immediately obvious. The subtle ones won’t show their true colors until “deprived.” Caution: Others may actually pursue and cater to you, if you have something they want, such as looks, money, or status.
Can you change them? Reality check: No. Even constructive criticism is experienced by them as an affront and is met with anger and a sense of betrayal. Placating only results in more demands, not a return of thoughtfulness and consideration. In fact, if you always excuse or rationalize self-absorption and give in to constant demands, you are actually supporting and reinforcing their narcissistic needs and wants.
Coping Tips
Here are some tips on how to cope with the person in your life who processes the narcissistic style. Sometimes the best way to deal with extreme narcissistic behavior is to end the relationship. But since this solution isn’t always possible, I can only offer you some survival techniques…
It is important to set boundaries. Decide which demands you can meet or how much approval you’re willing to give to this person, and then stick to your decision. Also, terminate a self-centered conversation if you can, or at least set a time limit on how long you’ll listen.
Support yourself. If your resistance to them draws their anger or blame, refuse to be emotionally blackmailed. Remember that your time and feelings are not important in this person’s eyes. This can help remove your guilt.
Use bargaining chips. If you have something they want, such as a special expertise or solutions to problems—share it sparingly to keep their worst behavior under control. Be aware that when you no longer satisfy them, their old ways will resurface.
Avoid anger. Any confrontation should be conducted quietly and with control. But even a tactful approach may be greeted with anger or sometimes-frightening rage. Very likely, you’ll hear that the difficult situation is your problem and there’s something wrong with you. Arguing will only make you feel like you will want to blow your brains out. Be careful not to expect accommodation from the other person, but do give yourself points for standing up for your rights.
Finally, know when to leave. Dealing with this personality disorder can undermine your own sense of self. Ask yourself some questions…Do I continually feel depressed, irritable, devalued and worthless? Does my anger and resentment carry over into other relationships? Have I stopped supporting myself in general, not treating myself well or allowing others to coerce me? Bottom line: If you find yourself answering yes too frequently, you must examine the pay-off or importance of your relationship with this person.
Bleeding dog (sm)
We just had the same thing happen to our Beagle 2 months ago. The little nail on his back claw was ripped out by the root when he was jumping down off the kitchen counter. There was blood everywhere! We rushed him to the vet, and the vet cleaned the area with peroxide and wrapped it with gauze and then Kling wrap. He gave our dog a shot of antibiotics and then oral antibiotics for the next 10 days. We had to keep him in an E-collar to prevent him from chewing it and bring him back for dressing changes. After he finished the antibiotics and had a couple of dressing changes, we kept a small sweat sock over his paw to keep the area clean. You can probably clean it and dress it yourself. Just keep an eye on it to make sure it doesn't get infected. You might want to put some antibiotic ointment over the area before putting the dressing on. Good luck!
bleeding
A quick way to help stop bleeding from a torn nail is to take some regular flour (whatever type you have on hand) and apply it. Such as put about a teaspoon full in the palm of your hand and stick the claw into it. Flour works just about as well as the "Quick-stop" the professionals use.
Vaginal bleeding
I thought I was going through the "change" for 2 years. I had heavy bleeding, huge blood clots. I had to be transfused several times when my hemoglobin got under 9, and I could not walk 10 steps without gasping for air. Well, I finally went to the GYN who did a biopsy (she thought it was menopause also). The biopsy did not hurt at all and was over in a flash. Well. I had uterine cancer. I was scheduled for surgery ASAP. They did a TAH-BSO, omentectomy, and took out my lymph nodes, and anything else that usually take out. I was told it was at its early stages and was given a very minimal chance of it becoming anything else. That all happened 2 years ago this coming June. I took 2 weeks off work and then had to come back, as that is all the PTO I had. It took me a while longer to get back to normal, as my hemoglobin got down to below 7, and it took months to get my regular strength back. Be sure not to wait long to take care of ANYTHING. I could have saved myself 2 years of grief. Hope all will be well for you.
Except bleeding again this week- sm
after I bled all last week, tapered off/stopped over the weekend, and started up again with a vengence today, woke up to a mess this morning. No sex since all this started either. So, no clue what normal perimenopausal symptoms are, but if this is what this is it sucks. Got horribly nauseous and dizzy on Friday as well, don't think I am bleeding heavy enough for anemia but who knows, felt fine since then though.
Bud's hub hid his & ended up bleeding to death from
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I had bleeding for the first four months of my first pregnancy...
and I had a test that said I was not pregnant, so I thought something was seriously wrong with me. My symptoms with the first and the second were nausea and exhaustion, but the exhaustion came well before the nausea. I knew I was pregnant with my second son when I couldn't make it through the day without a nap! Good luck to you and I hope you are!
Most vaginal bleeding is NOT d/t cancer.
Often it's related to hormonal changes associated with menopause, thyroid problems or even obesity.
It's not unusual for a woman in her 40s to develop irregular or prolonged periods, but you need to be aware of blood loss over time. When my mother was a few years older than you she had an episode of vaginal bleeding between periods that lasted for a couple of weeks. At some point she started feeling weak and asked me to take her to the ER, which I did. She had an emergent D&C and was sent home with iron pills, and that was that. She never had another period and had completed menopause lol.
Cervical cancer is highly treatable and even in invasive stages doesn't necessarily require hysterectomy or chemo. I've had 2 friends with invasive cervical carcinoma; both had only conization procedures and both are well years after the fact.
You're doing what you're supposed to do by following up with your doctor, but until then try to keep things in perspective and not worry!
Astilbe, bleeding heart and columbine
are a few more.
Remember that some hostas are huge - 2 or 3 of the big size will soon be all your tub could hold, so look for the little ones. When shade gardening, I always like to choose some bright greens or plenty of varigation, and there are plenty of hostas like that. Japanese ferns are colorful, also.
Have fun. I know I'd overload a tub. I have no self-control with plants.
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