Swollen glands

[Carolynn65]

I adopted this 8 month old puppy from a shelter on 9/29/10. She was emaciated, and had been found as a stray covered with ticks and fleas a week earlier.  On 10/1 the vet did a cbc and reported that her white bood count was very low and her blood volume 1/2 what it should be. Her temp was slightly above normal but no infection showed in the blood test.  Tonight I noticed there were swellings under each side of her jaw. She is eating well and appears to be putting on weight. I am giving her the prescribed vitamins twice a day and she rests often as he told me. Is there reason to be concerned about the swollen glands?  Should I take her back to the vet before the next visit 10/15? She is so sweet and I want her to be well~

[Dr. Carol Osborne, DVM]

Hello-After checking with you vet, it sounds like the lymph nodes are enlarged as a result of all the medical issues that your puppy has experienced health wise.

I would monitor them weekly and once your puppy's health status improves, they will likely return to their normal size.

If I can help further, feel free to contact our veterinary office.

Best Wishes

Dr Carol Osborne, DVM

[Dr. Carol Osborne, DVM]

I appreciate your kind comments. Keep up your good work and please keep me posted
Thank you
Dr Carol

[Carolynn65]

Dear Dr. Osborne,  Thanks again for this information. You have really helped me and my puppy.  I will follow your directions.  Thank you again!   Blessings!