review Flashcards
Allergy to pollen
environmental
non seasonal allergy
food
condition created by seasonal allergy
atopic dermatitis
typical onset of seasonal allergies is:
a) 1-3yrs of age
b) under 6 mths of age
c) 5 years of age
a)
breed that rarely acquires seasonal allergies
poodle
injection utilized for treating itch-given weekly then time increases between injections
cytopoint
oral non steroidal anti-itch medication
apoquel
how long typically does a pet go on hypoallergenic food prior to starting an elimination trial
8 wks
returning to an original diet after the 8wk hypoallergenic phase is called
dietary challenge
adding selected proteins to a hypoallergenic food after the 8 wk period is called
elimination trial
explain hydrolyzed protein
process of breaking down protein molecules so they are too small to recognize as allergens
what is CKD
chronic kidney disease
therapeutic diets for renal disease are restricted in:
protein, phosphorus and sodium
diets formulated for renal disease are high in
water soluble vitamins, fiber and antioxidants
hypertension can cause blindness due to what condition
retinal detachment