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This handout discusses fragmented medial coronoid process (FMCP) in dogs, one of the causes of front limb lameness in young, larger breed dogs such as Bernese mountain dogs, golden retrievers, Labrador retrievers, rottweilers, and German shepherds. The clinical signs, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis of this condition are outlined.
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Frostbite is the damage that is caused to the skin and other tissues due to extreme cold. The paws, ears and tail are the most common tissues to be affected. If you suspect your cat has frostbite, you should seek medical attention immediately. Mild cases of frostbite usually resolve with little permanent damage, while more severe frostbite may result in permanent disfiguration or alteration of the affected tissues.
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Frostbite is the damage that is caused to the skin and other tissues due to extreme cold. The paws, ears, and tail are the most common tissues to be affected. If you suspect your dog has frostbite, you should seek medical attention immediately. Mild cases of frostbite usually resolve with little permanent damage, while more severe frostbite may result in permanent disfiguration or alteration of the affected tissues.
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A gallbladder mucocele results from mucus building up in the gallbladder preventing normal bile flow. It can be a life-threatening, emergency situation. Clinical signs, diagnosis, and treatment are discussed.
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Rabbits that have quit eating, seem to be in pain, and have a severely distended abdomen may have gastric bloat. Gastric bloat is a potentially life-threatening medical condition that needs immediate attention and, in some cases, stomach surgery to remove the obstruction.
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Gastritis is inflammation of the stomach’s lining. It may occur as a short episode (acute) or it may continue for a long time (chronic) and may be associated with underlying conditions that are more serious. This handout discusses possible causes, signs, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis.
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Gastritis is inflammation of the stomach’s lining. It may occur as a short episode (acute) or it may continue for a long time (chronic) and may be associated with underlying conditions that are more serious. This handout discusses possible causes, signs, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis.
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Gastroenteritis is inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract (the stomach and intestines). It can be caused by infection with bacteria, viruses, parasites, medications, or even new foods. The condition often causes abdominal pain, diarrhea, vomiting, and other clinical signs.
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Gastroenteritis is inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract (stomach and the intestines). It can be caused by infection with bacteria, viruses, parasites, medications, or even new foods. The condition often causes abdominal pain, diarrhea, vomiting, and other clinical signs.
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Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a chronic condition in which stomach acid flows from the stomach to the esophagus. In dogs with GERD, stomach acid passes through the lower esophageal sphincter and enters the esophagus. Possible signs associated with GERD include decreased appetite, difficulty swallowing, licking the lips, change in bark, chronic cough, appearance of generalized discomfort, pacing, or restlessness at night. Gastrointestinal reflux disease is often diagnosed on the basis of endoscopy. There are a number of different treatments for GERD. Most dogs require a combination of treatments, each of which addresses the problem differently. Most dogs experience a rapid improvement in clinical signs with treatment.