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Pituitary macroadenomas are large, non-cancerous tumors of the pituitary gland that are either functional (secrete hormones) or non-functional (do not secrete hormones). They are more common in dogs than cats. Clinical signs depend on the type of tumor. This handout outlines signs, diagnosis, and treatment.
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Pituitary macroadenomas are large, non-cancerous tumors of the pituitary gland that are either functional (secrete hormones) or non-functional (do not secrete hormones). Clinical signs depend on the type of tumor. This handout outlines signs, diagnosis, and treatment.
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Pleural effusion is the abnormal accumulation of fluid in the chest cavity. Fluid accumulates in the pleural sac, not the lungs, so the lungs are essentially floating in a chest full of fluid. This fluid occupies space within the chest, so the lungs cannot expand as fully as they should. Treatment and prognosis vary depending on the underlying cause.
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Pleural effusion is the abnormal accumulation of fluid in the chest cavity. Fluid accumulates in the pleural sac, not the lungs, so the lungs are essentially floating in a chest full of fluid. This fluid occupies space within the chest, so the lungs cannot expand as fully as they should. Treatment and prognosis vary depending on the underlying cause.
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Pneumothorax is an accumulation of air outside the lungs, but inside the chest wall. The air outside the lung prevents the lungs from inflating normally, and can lead to lung collapse. There are several variations of pneumothorax.
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Pneumothorax is an accumulation of air outside the lungs, but inside the chest wall. The air outside the lung prevents the lungs from inflating normally, and can lead to lung collapse. There are several variations of pneumothorax.
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Pododermatitis is a term used to describe inflammation of the feet or paws. It can be caused by many disorders including infections, allergies, hormonal disorders, immune-mediated diseases, tumors or cancers. Diagnostic testing is discussed. Effective treatment must be directed toward the underlying cause.
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Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) is a hereditary kidney disease that causes multiple cysts (fluid pockets) in the kidneys. Cysts may also develop in other organs, particularly the liver and pancreas. Some affected cats may also develop cardiac abnormalities.
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Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is a hereditary kidney disease that causes multiple cysts (pockets of fluid) to form in the kidneys. As the dog ages, these cysts grow and gradually replace normal kidney tissue and disrupt kidney function. Affected dogs develop signs of chronic kidney disease.
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Polycythemia vera is a rare disease of dogs and cats in which too many red blood cells are produced by the bone marrow. The blood becomes thick and has difficulty moving through the small blood vessels. Your pet may feel tired, sluggish, and weak. Polycythemia is a potentially fatal disease, but if discovered early enough, treatment may be possible. If left untreated, polycythemia vera can affect the heart.