Is immune mediated arthropathy possibly food related?

[Michele Follger]

I have posted this in a couple other spots, but the more I read it seems like there might be a food connection at least in treatment. And you all seem to be so smart and supportive that I thought I would post it hear. I am so worried. I'd appreciated any input.

 

My sweet 4 year old dood, Sunny, has been limping on and off for several months.
 
We have done xrays that were inconclusive. Vets were thinking that it might be a partial cruciate tear. But Sunny's half brother (same dad) died from Immune mediated arthritis which manifested itself originally with a limp.
 
Anyway, long story short, I am terrified that this may be what Sunny has. Anyone have any experience with this?
 
Thanks!
 
Michele Follger

[Emily]

Hi, I know it's been a while since you posted this...my goldendoodle torn her cruciate! It's bad. Vets here say surgery is horribly painful and the recovery long. How are things going for you and do you think the surgery was worth it? My girl is only 1.5 months old.  :(