Other Causes. If your puppy or dog has not been properly vaccinated and begins to shiver, cough, run a fever or discharge mucus from his eyes and nose he may have distemper, a virus common in puppies and adolescent dogs.
Heel Injuries. One of the most common foot problems seen by physicians is heel pain. One of the most common problems seen by physicians who care for the feet involves pain in the heel. Heel or arch pain that occurs in adult patients is most commonly caused by a condition known as plantar fasciitis.
Doctors Who Treat Lupus. The form of lupus and its symptoms determine what type of doctor you will see. Most people who have mild to moderate disease will be treated by a rheumatologist, who specializes in the diseases of joints and muscles.