Tag: Symptoms

Lycium barbarum polysaccharide improves dopamine metabolism and symptoms in an MPTP-induced model of Parkinson’s disease | BMC Medicine

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Iris Atrophy In Dogs: Symptoms, Causes, & Treatments

(Picture Credit: Hillary Kladke/Getty Images) Iris atrophy in dogs is a medical condition that sets in when the muscle of a dog’s iris begins to weaken and thin. It can bring about light sensitivity issues. Normally, older dogs tend to develop this condition more than younger pups. Very small breeds of dog also oftentimes suffer from it more than larger …

Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) In Dogs: Symptoms, Causes, & Treatments

(Picture Credit: LWA/Dann Tardif/Getty Images) Ventricular septal defect in dogs, often abbreviated to VSD, is a congenital medical condition that affects two of a dog’s four heart chambers, called ventricles. In these cases, a hole develops between the two ventricle chambers. The condition can lead to heart failure and prove to be fatal. If you see signs that your canine …

Pulmonic Stenosis In Dogs: Symptoms, Causes, & Treatments

(Picture Credit: FatCamera/Getty Images) Pulmonic stenosis in dogs is a congenital medical condition that results in issues with the proper flow of blood through a dog’s pulmonary valve in the heart. This can bring about a wide range of symptoms that vary in severity, from heart murmurs to congestive heart failure. Additionally, certain breeds of dog, including Scottish Terriers, English …

Pet care: How to protect your dog from parvovirus; symptoms to watch out for | Health

Canine Parvovirus is a leading cause of death from infectious disease among domestic dogs worldwide. The virus that was first discovered in 1978 is highly infectious and potentially deadly gastrointestinal (GI) disease that mainly affects puppies and adolescent dogs – mostly vaccinated – but may be passed on to adult dogs too at times. Canine Parvovirus is considered most threatening …

Atrial Septal Defect In Dogs: Symptoms, Causes, & Treatments

(Picture Credit: elenaleonova/Getty Images) Atrial septal defect in dogs, also known as ASD, is a medical condition where a hole appears in the septum, which is the wall that separates the left and right atria in the heart. This defect can affect a dog’s oxygen levels and lead to problems with exercising and breathing. The condition is congenital, and certain …

Noncardiogenic Edema In Dogs: Symptoms, Causes, & Treatments

(Picture Credit: bymuratdeniz/Getty Images) Noncardiogenic edema in dogs is a medical condition where the blood vessels of the lungs become more permeable, meaning fluid can pass through the blood vessel walls and leak more easily. Fluid then leaks into the lungs and causes swelling. In turn, dogs may experience an inflammatory reaction. The condition can result from issues including an …

Cleft Palate In Dogs: Symptoms, Causes, & Treatments

(Picture Credit: Marina Herrmann/Getty Images) Cleft palate in dogs is a medical condition where an opening appears along a dog’s palate, which is the roof of the mouth. It can lead to problems that affect eating and growing, especially in puppies who need to suckle their mother’s milk to avoid becoming malnourished. In cases of newborn puppies, the condition can …

Carnitine Deficiency In Dogs: Symptoms, Causes, & Treatments

(Picture Credit: skynesher/Getty Images) Carnitine deficiency in dogs is a condition that arises when a dog does not receive a sufficient amount of the nutrient L-carnitine. It can lead to issues including heart disease. The condition is considered to be quite rare; Although, it does affect certain breeds more than others including Great Danes, Boxers, and Irish Wolfhounds. Thankfully, the …

Cardiac Arrest In Dogs: Symptoms, Causes, & Treatments

(Picture Credit: SaevichMikalai/Getty Images) Cardiac arrest in dogs, also referred to as circulatory arrest and cardiopulmonary arrest, is a potentially fatal medical condition that causes a dog’s blood circulation to stop due to the heart failing. It can affect all dogs equally, regardless of breed, sex, or age. Unfortunately, the survival rate for dogs is estimated to be below ten …