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Insulinomas and glucagonomas are neuroendocrine tumors that occur in the pancreas, and can affect blood sugar levels. Generally, neuroendocrine tumors are rare in dogs and cats. This handout outlines their signs, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis.
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Medullary thyroid carcinomas and pheochromocytomas are neuroendocrine tumors that occur in the thyroid gland and the adrenal gland, respectively. Generally, neuroendocrine tumors are rare in dogs and cats. This handout outlines their signs, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis.
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Small cell lung carcinomas (SCLC) are a rare type of lung cancer. The prognosis for small cell lung carcinoma is generally poor, as it is highly aggressive. This handout outlines their signs, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis.
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Epistaxis is an acute hemorrhage (sudden bleeding) from the nostril, nasal cavity, or nasopharynx. Epistaxis is commonly called a nosebleed. Most sudden nosebleeds are caused by simple trauma or by upper respiratory tract infections. Other causes may require immediate treatment.
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A nutraceutical is a food or food product that reportedly provides health and medical benefits. Specific nutraceuticals are commonly used in the management of osteoarthritis in dogs. Because nutraceuticals are not subjected to the same testing and regulation as pharmaceuticals, it is always best to consult your veterinarian before giving any to your dog.
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Nutritional changes can help manage pancreatic diseases in dogs. To prevent chronic pancreatitis relapses, diet adjustments will be necessary. Diet factors for managing exocrine pancreatic insufficiency, diabetes mellitus, pancreatitis, and insulinoma are discussed. Recommendations for feeding diabetic dogs and approaching hypoglycemia are also described.
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Pet owners can greatly improve the quality of life for their dogs with osteoarthritis through nutrition. Key steps to managing inflammation and joint pain include managing daily calorie intake and increasing fat metabolism through controlled physical rehabilitation.
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There are many different causes of colitis, so it is important to have a veterinary evaluation of any dog who experiences diarrhea, especially if it continues for multiple days or includes blood. The veterinary health care team must consider the role of diet in the cause and potential treatment for all cases of colitis.
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Bladder stones can be a significant problem for dogs. Bladder stones set the stage for chronic urinary tract infection, and some bladder stones (struvites) grow more quickly if the dog already has a urinary tract infection. Diet selection can play a role, and it is important to follow your veterinarian’s recommendations to prevent recurrence.
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Translated from the original English article Obesity in Dogs