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  2. Hypothyroidism in dogs - Wikipedia

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    It is not uncommon for owners to ignore certain signs of hypothyroidism due to the slow progression of metabolic symptoms. Often metabolic symptoms will go unnoticed until after a dog has received treatment for hypothyroidism. [2] The most common signs of hypothyroidism are dermatological and changes relating to the decreased metabolism. [2]

  3. Skin conditions in dogs: Symptoms, causes, and how to help - AOL

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    A vet explains the most common skin conditions in dogs and the treatments available. ... Dr. MacMillan explains: "Hypothyroidism (decreased thyroid hormone) can cause weight gain and reduced ...

  4. Hypothyroidism - Wikipedia

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    Hypothyroidism is more common in women than in men. [3] People over the age of 60 are more commonly affected. [3] Dogs are also known to develop hypothyroidism, as are cats and horses, albeit more rarely. [12] The word hypothyroidism is from Greek hypo-'reduced', thyreos 'shield', and eidos 'form', where the two latter parts refer to the ...

  5. Rhodesian Ridgeback - Wikipedia

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    Hypothyroidism is a growing problem in the Rhodesian Ridgeback, and this condition causes a multitude of symptoms, including weight gain and hair loss. Treatment for hypothyroidism in dogs consists of an inexpensive once-daily oral medication. Dr.

  6. Dilated cardiomyopathy in dogs: Everything you need to know - AOL

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    Dilated cardiomyopathy in dogs is a common heart disease – our vet tells you everything you need to know about this serious condition. ... It can be related to hypothyroidism, a chronically-fast ...

  7. List of dog diseases - Wikipedia

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    Breed, lack of water, exercise, and high ambient temperature predispose dogs to heat stroke. Signs include vomiting, diarrhea, collapse, difficulty breathing, and body temperature approaching 42 °C to 43 °C. Treatment includes cooling the dogs with wet towels and fans, intravenous fluid therapy, and other supportive care. [171]

  8. Common thyroid drug levothyroxine linked to bone mass loss - AOL

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    Levothyroxine, a drug used to treat hypothyroidism, can lead to reduced bone mass and density in older adults with normal thyroid levels, a small cohort study has shown.

  9. Desiccated thyroid extract - Wikipedia

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    The earliest oral treatment for hypothyroidism consisted of thyroid extract. George Redmayne Murray of the United Kingdom first described treatment of myxedema with thyroid extract in 1891, and published a description of long-term successful treatment (28 years) of a patient with myxedema (severe hypothyroidism) in 1920 [ 17 ] His treatment was ...