Cushing's syndrome is one of the most common endocrine disorders that dogs can suffer. The general thing is to appear in breeds of animals over 6 years and small dogs (Yorkshire, Malta, Schnauzerbion, etc.). It is a chronic disease that can not be invented, but with proper treatment, your pet can enjoy a good quality life. Below please tell us what it is made up and what is possible treatment.
Origin of Cushing's syndrome in dogs
This condition occurs when the body causes changes in the metabolic system and the body begins to produce large amounts of hormonal cortisol (responsible for the response to stress). An excess of this hormone can cause health problems in your pet, such as damage to your important organs or loss of energy or strength.
These are the main causes of Cushing's syndrome:
Pituitary-dependent tumor
These tumors are located in the pituitary gland of the brain. It causes overproduction and overstimulation of adrenocortical hormone drug (ACTH). This increases the production of cortisol in the adrenal glands.
• Adrenal gland tumor
These are tumors in the adrenal glands. This abnormality affects the cortex of one or both glands (located at the upper end of the kidney).
Glucocorticoid
They are medicines used to fight allergy problems and immunosuppressed diseases. Their overuse can slow down the activity of the adrenal gland and reduce the size while filling the body with cortisol.
• Racial diathesis
There are several varieties of dogs that tend to have pituitary tumors (Poodle, Tackle, Boston Terrier, Bobtail, German Shepherd, Dwarf Poodle ...). On the other hand, the effect of glucocorticoid is like Pyrenees, farmers, boxers, poodle shepherds, and it is susceptible to this syndrome.
This disease can not be predicted nor predicted, and it can not be avoided (except glucocorticoid dosage), but it can not detect itself. The most common symptoms for detection are as follows. If any of them is detected in your pet, we recommend that you ask the veterinarian to diagnose and start treatment as soon as necessary
• Lack of body hair, especially lack of lateral tail hair.
• Polyura increased urine.
• Hyperhidrosis increased thirst.
• Increased appetite.
• Fatigue and continuous breathlessness.
• Abdominal swelling.
• Muscle atrophy.
• Dark skin pigmentation.
• Delayed cure.
How to treat Dog's Cushing's syndrome
The basic thing about this disease is that the endocrine system will not exceed the production of hormone cortisol. However, this is quite complicated as we have to look at the exact proportion of hormone regulating drugs. The good thing is that once this ratio is found your dog can have a normal life again.
In addition to pharmacological treatment (which may be for life), there is also the possibility of surgery if the syndrome is caused by adrenal and pituitary-dependent tumors. Surgery is to remove the tumor, but it is more dangerous and more complex than pharmacological treatment.
If you want to confirm that your dog is receiving the appropriate treatment, it is best to go to your veterinarian and consult your doubts. He knows what is best for your dog and what is the right solution for him.
Do you have or have Cushing's syndrome? Did you detect any of the symptoms mentioned? Did you choose treatment or surgery? The reader suffering for your pet will be more quiet, please tell me your experience.
