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Pet diseases, explained simply

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

1,699 conditions

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) (Dogs & Cats)

severe

Chronic kidney disease is a progressive condition where kidney function gradually deteriorates over time, affecting waste filtration and fluid balance.

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Chronic kidney disease (reptiles)

moderate

Chronic kidney disease in reptiles causes gradual kidney function loss, leading to severe health issues.

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Chronic Kidney Disease in Birds

moderate

Chronic kidney disease in birds affects renal function, leading to symptoms like weight loss and lethargy. Consult a vet for diagnosis and care.

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Chronic Kidney Disease in Cats

severe

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) in cats is a severe, progressive condition affecting renal function.

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Chronic Kidney Disease in Dogs

severe

Chronic Kidney Disease in dogs affects kidney function, leading to serious health issues over time.

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Chronic kidney disease in reptiles

severe

Chronic kidney disease in reptiles affects their renal function, requiring veterinary attention.

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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

moderate

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a progressive respiratory condition affecting pets' airways and lung function.

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Chronic Otitis Externa

moderate

Chronic otitis externa is persistent inflammation of the outer ear canal in pets, causing pain, discharge, and hearing issues requiring veterinary care.

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Chronic Pain in Pets

moderate

Chronic pain in pets is persistent discomfort lasting over 3-6 months that significantly impacts quality of life and daily activities.

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Chronic Pain Management

moderate

Learn about managing chronic pain in pets, including causes, symptoms, and treatment options.

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Chronic Pain Syndrome

moderate

Chronic Pain Syndrome affects a pet's quality of life, causing persistent discomfort. Consultation with a vet is crucial for management.

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Chronic Pain Syndromes

moderate

Chronic pain syndromes in pets involve persistent discomfort lasting beyond normal healing time, affecting quality of life and requiring specialized management.

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Chronic Regurgitation Syndrome

moderate

Chronic regurgitation syndrome causes pets to repeatedly bring up undigested food. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for management.

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Chronic Renal Failure

severe

Chronic renal failure is a progressive kidney disease causing gradual loss of kidney function over months or years in pets.

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Chronic Respiratory Disease

moderate

Chronic respiratory disease affects pets' breathing, causing persistent symptoms that require veterinary attention.

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Chronic respiratory disease (CRD)

moderate

CRD affects pets' respiratory systems, causing persistent symptoms. Consult a vet for diagnosis and treatment.

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Chronic respiratory disease (Mycoplasma pulmonis infection)

moderate

A chronic respiratory disease in rodents caused by Mycoplasma pulmonis leading to breathing issues.

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Chronic Respiratory Disease (Mycoplasma pulmonis)

moderate

Chronic Respiratory Disease in pets is a common infection affecting rodents, causing respiratory distress.

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Chronic respiratory disease (Mycoplasma synoviae)

moderate

Mycoplasma synoviae causes chronic respiratory disease and joint infections in poultry, leading to reduced egg production and lameness.

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Chronic Respiratory Disease due to Mycoplasma pulmonis

moderate

Chronic Respiratory Disease in pets caused by Mycoplasma pulmonis affects breathing and requires veterinary care.

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Chronic Respiratory Disease in Birds

moderate

Learn about chronic respiratory disease in birds, its symptoms, causes, and treatments. Ensure your pet's respiratory health.

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Chronic respiratory disease of hamsters (Mycoplasma pulmonis infection)

moderate

A common respiratory illness in hamsters caused by Mycoplasma pulmonis, characterized by breathing difficulties.

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Chronic Respiratory Issues in Birds

moderate

Chronic respiratory issues in birds affect breathing and require veterinary care.

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Chronic Rhinitis

moderate

Chronic rhinitis is persistent inflammation of the nasal passages in pets, causing ongoing congestion, discharge, and breathing difficulties.

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