Veterinary health

Veterinary health

Of or relating to the medical profession that involves the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of illness in animals, as well as the preservation of animal welfare.

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uveodermatologic syndrome

Veterinary health; Veterinary care

Depigmentation of the skin and hair, and of the nose, lips, eyelids, footpads and anus. (In humans this disease is believed to be immune-mediated. )

hypertrophic osteodystrophy (HOD)

Veterinary health; Veterinary care

Inflammation of the growth plates, and can be accompanied by depression, weight loss, and fever. The joints may be swollen and feel hot. Mild cases usually resolve with no lasting ...

acquired

Veterinary health; Veterinary care

Acquired due to injury to the brain at birth, tumor, blow to the head, endocrine (hormonal) disorder, etc.

seborrhea

Veterinary health; Veterinary care

Abnormal secretion of the sebaceous glands at the base of hair follicles causing anything from dandruff to greasy scales and crust.

hyperthyroid

Veterinary health; Veterinary care

Excessive production of thyroid hormones, often seen in older dogs, causing excessive thirst, weight loss, increased appetite and restlessness.

hepatitis

Veterinary health; Veterinary care

Inflammation of the liver. This can result from a variety of causes including infections (particularly viral), drugs, autoimmunity and genetics. The liver stores and filters ...

arthritis

Veterinary health; Veterinary care

Inflammation of a joint. Caused by abnormal stress on a normal joint, or by normal stress on an abnormal joint. Polyarthritis is immune mediated, and is arthritis in multiple ...