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Pet diseases, explained simply

Symptoms, causes, prevention and clear guidance on when a vet visit cannot wait.

158 conditions

Fatty liver hemorrhagic syndrome

severe

Fatty liver hemorrhagic syndrome affects poultry, causing liver damage and potential hemorrhage.

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Feline Diabetes Mellitus

moderate

Feline Diabetes Mellitus is a common endocrine disorder in cats affecting insulin production.

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Feline Hyperthyroidism

moderate

Feline hyperthyroidism affects cats' metabolism, leading to weight loss and increased appetite.

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Fibrous Osteodystrophy

severe

Fibrous Osteodystrophy is a severe metabolic bone disease affecting pets, primarily due to calcium imbalances.

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Goiter

mild

Goiter is an enlargement of the thyroid gland in pets, often due to iodine deficiency or hyperthyroidism.

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Goitre (iodine deficiency goitre) in reptiles

moderate

Goitre in reptiles is caused by iodine deficiency, leading to thyroid gland enlargement and metabolic issues.

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Goitre (Iodine Deficiency)

moderate

Goitre in pets is caused by iodine deficiency leading to thyroid enlargement. Consult a vet for diagnosis and treatment.

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Goitre (thyroid enlargement)

moderate

Goitre is a non-contagious thyroid enlargement affecting pets, leading to metabolic issues.

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Gout

moderate

Gout is a metabolic disorder causing uric acid crystal deposits in joints and organs, primarily affecting birds and reptiles.

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Gout (avian gout)

moderate

Avian gout is a metabolic disorder causing uric acid buildup in birds, affecting kidneys and joints.

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Gout (birds)

moderate

Gout in birds is a metabolic disorder characterized by uric acid crystal deposits in joints or organs.

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Gout (Hyperuricemia)

moderate

Gout in pets, or hyperuricemia, involves elevated uric acid levels causing joint pain. Consult your vet for diagnosis and treatment.

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Gout (reptile gout)

moderate

Reptile gout is a metabolic disorder causing uric acid buildup in joints and organs.

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Gout (Reptile)

moderate

Gout in reptiles is a metabolic disorder causing uric acid crystal build-up in joints and organs.

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Gout (urate nephropathy)

moderate

Gout in pets is a metabolic disorder causing urate crystal deposits, leading to joint pain and kidney issues.

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Gout (urate nephropathy) in birds

moderate

Gout in birds is a metabolic disorder causing uric acid crystal deposits in joints and organs.

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Gout (urate nephropathy) in reptiles

moderate

Gout in reptiles is a metabolic disorder caused by uric acid buildup, affecting kidneys and joints.

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Gout (urate nephrosis) in birds

severe

Gout in birds is a severe metabolic disorder causing uric acid buildup, affecting kidneys and joints.

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Gout (uric acid nephropathy)

moderate

Gout in pets is a metabolic disorder resulting in uric acid buildup, causing joint pain and kidney issues.

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Gout (uric acid nephrosis)

moderate

Gout in pets is a buildup of uric acid leading to kidney issues, common in reptiles and birds.

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Gout (Visceral gout)

moderate

Visceral gout is a metabolic disorder in birds and reptiles causing urate crystal deposits in organs.

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Gout (visceral gout) in birds

severe

Visceral gout in birds is a severe metabolic condition causing urate deposits, leading to organ damage.

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Gout (visceral)

severe

Visceral gout in pets affects birds and reptiles, causing uric acid crystal deposits in organs, leading to severe health issues.

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Gout in birds

moderate

Gout in birds is a metabolic disorder causing uric acid deposits in joints and organs.

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