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Nephrotic Syndrome in Dogs and Cats
Nephrotic syndrome is a non-inflammatory kidney disorder centered on the filtering units, marked by protein in the urine, edema, low blood protein, and high blood lipids. Management improves nutrition, reduces fluid buildup, and controls inflammation and the immune reaction.
What Is Feline Glomerulonephritis
Feline glomerulonephritis is an immune-mediated kidney disease that most often affects young male cats. It develops when antibody-antigen complexes are filtered and trapped in the glomeruli, the kidney's tiny filtering units. The result ranges from protein-wasting nephrotic syndrome to chronic kidney failure. Recognizing the signs and the treatment goals helps owners act early.
Hyperlipidaemia in Dogs and Cats
Hyperlipidaemia is a metabolic disorder in which blood fats such as cholesterol and triglycerides rise above normal. It often accompanies hypothyroidism, diabetes or obesity, and is managed by correcting the underlying disease and feeding a low-fat diet.