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Canine and Feline Pemphigus Vulgaris
Pemphigus vulgaris is an autoimmune skin disease that causes blisters and ulcers at the junctions of skin and mucous membranes, especially in the mouth. It is managed with immune-suppressing and protective therapy.
Canine and Feline Food Allergy (Adverse Food Reaction)
Food allergy is an immune reaction to a dietary ingredient that produces itchy skin and digestive upset. It is controlled by identifying and removing the offending food through an elimination diet.
Canine and Feline Atopic Dermatitis
Atopic dermatitis is an inherited allergic skin disease triggered by inhaled allergens such as pollen, mold, and dust mites. It causes itchy, inflamed skin that often recurs seasonally, and is managed by avoiding allergens and controlling inflammation.
Canine and Feline Thrombocytopenia
Thrombocytopenia is a low platelet count that impairs clotting, causing bruises, nosebleeds, and bleeding into the urine or stool. It is treated by addressing the cause and, when severe, with transfusion.
Canine and Feline Diabetes Insipidus
Diabetes insipidus is a disorder of water balance in which the body cannot concentrate urine, causing massive drinking and urination. It results from low antidiuretic hormone or unresponsive kidneys, and is managed by treating the cause and replacing the hormone.
Male Dog Feminization Syndrome
Feminization syndrome in male dogs is caused by a testicular (Sertoli cell) tumor or excess estrogen medication, producing enlarged breasts, milk flow, and attraction of other males. Surgical removal of the affected testicle is the main treatment.
Canine and Feline Androgen Excess
Androgen excess is an overproduction of male hormones from testicular tumors or other causes, causing heightened sexual behavior and symmetric hair loss. Surgical removal of the affected testicle is usually curative.
Canine and Feline Estrogen Deficiency
Estrogen deficiency most often follows spaying or ovarian disease and weakens the urethral sphincter, causing incontinence and frequent small urinations. It is managed with hormone therapy and supportive care.
Canine and Feline Estrogen Excess
Estrogen excess happens when the ovaries overproduce estrogen or estrogen is given in excess, leading to symmetric hair loss, skin changes, and reproductive-tract problems. It is corrected by stopping the source and, in tumor cases, surgical removal.
Canine and Feline Insulin Excess (Hyperinsulinism)
Insulin excess occurs when the pancreas releases too much insulin, driving blood sugar dangerously low. It causes weakness, wobbliness, and in severe cases seizures or collapse, and is usually managed by correcting the low sugar and treating the underlying cause.