63 Tetanus
CLINICAL EXAMINATION
Examination of this case detected a stiff gait, ears retracted higher on head, bilateral exophthalmos and less flaccid lips than expected for a spaniel. The tongue was prominent between the mandibles ventrally. There was harsh panting. The temperature was 40.3°C. She could open her mouth and could blink. There were no myotonic dimples. The gait did not improve with exercise. Strength and proprioception were normal. Muscle tone was increased in all limbs.
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