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|q1=Describe the radiographic abnormalities and provide a diagnosis.
 
|q1=Describe the radiographic abnormalities and provide a diagnosis.
 
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The prognosis in dogs with more extensive involvement is guarded-to-poor because the bony proliferation around the temporomandibular joints may make eating and drinking impossible.
 
The prognosis in dogs with more extensive involvement is guarded-to-poor because the bony proliferation around the temporomandibular joints may make eating and drinking impossible.
 
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Treatment is aimed at relieving pain and supporting the dog until the disease regresses.
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In mildly affected dogs, analgesics and hand feeding palatable foods may be the only treatment necessary.
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In severely affected dogs, feeding the dog via a pharyngostomy, esophagostomy or gastrostomy tube may be necessary because these dogs may be unable to eat or drink.
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