Hi Ann, How old is Kerzon? It might be a good idea to do a full blood panel and urinalysis just to get a baseline on him and recheck should he show signs of obvious unwellness.
There are many disease processes that can cause a dog to lose the flesh on his face, sometimes its the first we see as an indication. How well is he covered on his body, do his legs look thinner? Rose -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: February 5, 2003 8:49 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: masticatory myositis Hi- I brought my boy Kerzon in to see the vet today, as I noticed muscle atrophy occurring over his eye, which is now progressing to under the cheek bone and to the other side of his head. The vet diagnosed masticatory myositis. I'm wondering if anyone else has had any experience with this problem, or any disease that resulted in muscle atrophy around the head. My vet is not recommending any treatment at this time, and the atrophy does not seem to be bothering Kerzon at all. I obviously want to learn everything I can about this disease, and also make sure that I'm following the best course of care for this special boy. Thanks! Ann Skinner Tatters and Kerzon
