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Congenital Portal Shunts are due to a defect in the blood circulation around the liver. Instead of blood entering the liver to be detoxified, the liver is bypassed. This condition often presents as a juvenile kitten or puppy that becomes wobbly or even has seizures, after eating. Read more...
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In immune mediated hemolytic anemia (IMHA), the immune system goes wrong and attacks the animal's own body and red blood cells, causing severe, life-threatening anemia. While infection, cancer or other diseases may be the trigger, in many cases the cause is unknown. Read more...
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In autoimmune hemolytic anemia, the dogs immune system goes astray and attacks its own red blood cells (RBC), which can lead to severe, life-threatening anemia. Here we discuss the causes, diagnosis and treatment of this potentially fatal disease, Read more...
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Seizures are due to abnormal electrical conduction within the brain that results in a loss of consciousnes and various physical signs that can be associated with the seizure. The most common cause of seizures is epilepsy, but other causes must first be ruled out before a diagnosis can be made. Read more...
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Vomiting in dogs is a very common occurrence and can arise from a wide variety of causes, from simple gastritis to complex diseases of other body systems. This article explains the multiple causes of vomiting in dogs, and the range of treatment options available. Read more...
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This medication commonly used in people can cause severe toxicity if cats are given the drug, or ingest it accidentally. A single dose of one half to one tablet in a cat can cause poisoning, affecting the ability of red blood cells to carry oxygen. One extra strength tablet can be fatal. Read more...
