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What is arthritis?

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Arthritis is inflammation of the joints.

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What are the causes of arthritis?

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Idiopathic (wear and tear)
Infectious diseases causes shifted lameness as it moves through the body
Degenerative
Immune-mediated

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What are the clinical signs of arthritis?

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Swelling of joints
Pain in affected joints
Lameness
Exercise intolerance
Crepitus (grating of bones together)
Pyrexia (from immune-mediated)

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How is arthritis diagnosed?

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X-ray
Ultrasound
Radiography
Physical Examination
Arthrocentesis (removal of fluid round the joint)

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What is the treatment for arthritis?

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Hydrotherapy
Metacam
Diet if animal is overweight
Physiotherapy
Laser Therapy
Pain Relief

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How does a veterinary nurse take care of an animal that has arthritis?

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Provide soft bedding
Provide exercise for the animal little and often
Keep the animal out of draught and damp
Provide a diet that takes excess weight off

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What is colitis?

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Colitis is inflammation of the colon.

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What are the clinical signs of colitis?

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Watery Diarrhoea
Blood and mucous in faeces
Excessive Straining

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What are the causes of colitis?

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Bacterial Infection
Allergic Reaction
The cause is often unknown.

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What is the treatment for colitis?

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Adjusting Diet
Anti-inflammatories
Antibiotics

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What is pancreatitis?

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Pancreatitis is inflammation of the pancreas.

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What are the causes of pancreatitis?

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The cause of pancreatitis is often unknown but is sometimes linked to a high fat diet.

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What are the clinical signs of pancreatitis?

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Vomiting
Lethargy
Abdominal Pain
Inappetence

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What is the treatment for pancreatitis?

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Fluid Therapy
Low Fat Diet
Pain Relief
Sometimes Assisted Feeding

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What is chronic kidney disease?

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A disease that involves a progressive loss of renal function.

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What are the clinical signs of chronic kidney disease?

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Polydipsia (excessive drinking)
Polyuria (excessive urinating)
Weight Loss
Anorexia
Dehydration
Ulcers in the Mouth
Poor Coat Condition
High Blood Pressure
Anaemia

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How is chronic kidney disease diagnosed?

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Blood Test
Urine Test
Ultrasound

18
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What is the treatment for chronic kidney disease?

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Specialised Food
Fluid Therapy
Drugs

19
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What is cystitis?

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Cystitis is inflammation of bladder that is caused by a urinary tract infection.

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What is urolithiasis?

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Urolithiasis is minerals or stones in the urinary tract which is caused by a pH imbalance in the urine.

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What are the clinical signs for cystitis and urolithiasis?

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Pain
Dysuria (difficulty passing urine)
Vocalising whilst urinating

22
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What is the treatment for cystitis?

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Antibiotics are given to combat the infection.

23
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What is the treatment for urolithiasis?

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Flushing the blockage under general anaesthetic
Fluid therapy to support the kidneys
Altering the diet to dissolve the stones and prevent them re-forming
Surgical removal

24
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What is pyometra?

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Pyometra is infection or pus in the uterus.

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What are the clinical signs of pyometra?

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Lethargy
Pyrexia
Discharge (if the cervix is open)
Vomiting
Polydipsia
Toxic Shock

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How is pyometra diagnosed?

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X-ray
Ultrasound

27
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What is the treatment for pyometra?

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Ovariohysterectomy (spay)

28
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What is type 1 diabetes mellitus?

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Type 1 is a lack of insulin production.

29
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What is type 2 diabetes mellitus?

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Type 2 is an inadequate response to insulin.

30
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What are the clinical signs for diabetes mellitus?

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Glucose in the urine
Polyuria
Polydipsia
Weight Loss
High Blood Glucose
Glucosuria

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What are the causes congestive heart failure?

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Heart is unable to pump blood sufficiently
Valve diseases
Diseases like cardiomyopathy

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How is congestive heart failure diagnosed?

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ECG - Electrocardiogram

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What are the clinical signs of congestive heart failure?

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Exercise Intolerance
Heart Murmur
Arrhythmia
Coughing
Breathing Difficulties
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