Pyometra, also known as uterine inflammation, is a serious and potentially life-threatening condition in female dogs. Timely detection and treatment is crucial to saving your dog's life. In this article, we will discuss the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of pyometra in female dogs.
Myofascial trigger points (MTP) are changes in the muscles that can cause pain and dysfunction. In dogs, muscles make up a high proportion of body mass (44-57%), which is why MTPs are of particular importance in them. However, MTPs are still little researched and recognized in veterinary medicine.
Feline diabetes is a common metabolic disease that affects both humans and cats. In this article, we'll take a closer look at the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for diabetes in cats.
Malassezia dermatitis is a skin infection caused by an overgrowth of yeast, particularly Malassezia yeast. These yeast fungi are part of the normal skin flora and occur in small numbers in moist and warm skin areas. In healthy skin, there is a balance between yeast and the skin's defense mechanisms. When this balance is disrupted, Malassezia dermatitis can result.
A hot spot, also known as pyotraumatic dermatitis, is a weeping, inflammatory skin condition in dogs that spreads in a circular pattern. They are particularly painful and can develop and grow within a few hours. These inflammations often occur in dogs with long and thick fur, such as golden retrievers, huskies, St. Bernards or Newfoundlands.
Cauda equina syndrome is a progressive neurological disease characterized by narrowing of the nerve roots in the lumbar spine and sacrum. This disease mainly affects dogs of large, sporting breeds from middle age onwards. Symptoms are varied and can range from pain to lameness to paralysis and incontinence.
Aortic thrombosis is a serious condition in cats that requires immediate treatment. In this article, you will learn everything you need to know about this disease, including its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and prognosis.
Flea saliva allergy is a common allergic reaction in dogs and cats. This allergy is also known as flea allergy or medically as “allergic flea salivary dermatitis (FAD)”. In this article you will learn more about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of this allergy.
Demodicosis, also known as mange, is a skin disease that occurs in dogs and is caused by the overpopulation of the Demodex mite. These mites are usually present on the skin of dogs, but some animals may experience excessive reproduction, leading to skin problems.
We had an exciting case this week - Emma was supposed to be castrated and during the preliminary examination this complication turned out to be that she had a peritoneopericardial diaphragmatic hernia (PPDH). For the layman, a peritoneopericardial diaphragmatic hernia (PPDH) is a rare malformation in cats in which there is an opening between the abdominal and thoracic cavities. This can cause organs from the abdomen to enter the pericardium, which can lead to problems with heart function. Most affected cats show no symptoms, while others may have difficulty breathing or pain. Diagnosis is made through imaging tests and in some cases surgical treatment is necessary.
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