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Loss of islet of Langerhans cells in pancreas
Insulin resistance of cells
Type 1 - beta cells are not producing - dog
Type 2 - body cells are resistance - cat
PU/PD
CBC, U/A
Control hyperglycemia, weight loss, insulin |
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Definition
Congenital or aquired
Central - lack of ADH
Nephrogenic - lack of response to ADH
PU/PD
U/A, CBC, ADH response test
Replace ADH |
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Definition
Cushings disease
Pituitary Dependent (PDH) 80%
Adrenal 20%
PU/PD, weakness, increased panting
CBC, chemistries, ACTH stimulation test, low dose and high dose dexamethasone
Decrease cortisol formation |
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Definition
Addisons disease
PU/PD, weakness, anorexia
Hyperkalemia, hypoatremia, Na:K, ACTH stimulation test |
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Definition
Overactive
Excessive T3 abd T4 production
Weight loss with polyphagia, tachycardia, increased BP
Nuclear scintigraphy
Decrease thyroid hormone production |
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Definition
Thyroid atrophy
Lethargy, weakness, weight gain, intolerance to cold
CBC, chemistries, TSH test
Thyroid stimulation |
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