Disorders - Cause, Symptoms, Treatment Flashcards
What is Rickets?
Deficiency in vitamin D, calcium, or phosphorus.
Symptoms include lameness, abnormal gait, difficulty rising, bone swelling, joint pain, bowed limbs, and fractures.
Which species are affected by Rickets?
Dogs, cats, and other young, growing animals.
How is Rickets treated?
Correcting dietary imbalances, providing vitamin D, calcium, and phosphorus supplements, and ensuring adequate sunlight exposure.
What is Scurvy?
Severe vitamin C deficiency.
Symptoms include fatigue, bleeding gums, joint pain, and anemia.
Which species are affected by Scurvy?
Guinea pigs and some birds.
How is Scurvy treated?
Supplementing vitamin C through diet or supplements.
What is Anorexia?
Caused by stress, illness, or poor diet.
Symptoms include extreme weight loss, fatigue, and lack of appetite.
Which species are affected by Anorexia?
Dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, and guinea pigs.
How is Anorexia treated?
Addressing underlying causes, providing a balanced diet, and sometimes appetite stimulants.
What is Obesity?
Excessive calorie intake and lack of exercise.
Symptoms include excessive body fat, difficulty sleeping, and joint pain.
Which species are affected by Obesity?
Dogs, cats, and rabbits.
How is Obesity treated?
Controlled diet, increased physical activity, and sometimes weight management medications.
What is Urolithiasis?
Crystallization of minerals in the urine.
Symptoms include severe pain, blood in urine, and nausea.
Which species are affected by Urolithiasis?
Dogs, cats, and rabbits.
How is Urolithiasis treated?
Dietary changes, increased water intake, and sometimes surgical removal of stones.
What is Laminitis?
Excessive carbohydrate intake and other factors.
Symptoms include lameness, pain in the feet, and reluctance to move.
Which species are affected by Laminitis?
Horses, ponies, and hoofed animals.
How is Laminitis treated?
Dietary management, pain relief, and corrective shoeing.
What is Taurine Deficiency?
Inadequate dietary intake of taurine.
Symptoms include impaired vision, anxiety, and hypertension.
Which species are affected by Taurine Deficiency?
Cats.
How is Taurine Deficiency treated?
Taurine supplements and dietary adjustments.
What is Cushing’s Disease?
Excessive cortisol production.
Symptoms include weight gain, thinning skin, and high blood pressure.
Which species are affected by Cushing’s Disease?
Dogs, occasionally cats.
How is Cushing’s Disease treated?
Medications to control cortisol production and sometimes surgery.
What is Addison’s Disease?
Insufficient production of adrenal hormones.
Symptoms include fatigue, weight loss, and darkening of the skin.
Which species are affected by Addison’s Disease?
Dogs.
How is Addison’s Disease treated?
Hormone replacement therapy and managing stress.
What is Hypothyroidism?
Insufficient thyroid hormone production.
Symptoms include fatigue, weight gain, and depression.
Which species are affected by Hypothyroidism?
Dogs.
How is Hypothyroidism treated?
Thyroid hormone replacement.
What is Hyperthyroidism?
Excessive thyroid hormone production.
Symptoms include weight loss, rapid heartbeat, and anxiety.
Which species are affected by Hyperthyroidism?
Older cats.
How is Hyperthyroidism treated?
Medications, radioactive iodine therapy, and surgery.
What is Lameness?
Injury or disease affecting the limbs.
Symptoms include difficulty walking and pain.
Which species are affected by Lameness?
Dogs, cats, horses, and rabbits.
How is Lameness treated?
Rest, pain relief, and addressing underlying cause.
What is Egg Binding?
Difficulty in passing eggs.
Symptoms include straining, lethargy, and swelling.
Which species are affected by Egg Binding?
Birds.
How is Egg Binding treated?
Warm baths, calcium supplements, and sometimes surgical intervention.
What is Arthritis?
Inflammation of the joints.
Symptoms include pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility.
Which species are affected by Arthritis?
Older dogs, cats, and rabbits.
How is Arthritis treated?
Pain relief, anti-inflammatory medications, and joint supplements.
What is Diabetes Mellitus?
Insufficient insulin production or insulin resistance.
Symptoms include increased thirst, frequent urination, and fatigue.
Which species are affected by Diabetes Mellitus?
Dogs and cats.
How is Diabetes Mellitus treated?
Insulin therapy and dietary management.
What is Metabolic Bone Disease (MBD)?
Calcium or vitamin D deficiency.
Symptoms include bone deformities and weakness.
Which species are affected by Metabolic Bone Disease (MBD)?
Reptiles.
How is Metabolic Bone Disease (MBD) treated?
Calcium and vitamin D supplements and dietary adjustments.
What is Milk Fever/Eclampsia?
Low calcium levels in lactating animals.
Symptoms include muscle tremors, weakness, and seizures.
Which species are affected by Milk Fever/Eclampsia?
Lactating dogs and cats.
How is Milk Fever/Eclampsia treated?
Calcium supplements and intravenous calcium in severe cases.
