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Pancreatitis is a disease caused by inflammation of the pancreas. The pancreas is a vital organ that produces enzymes to assist in food digestion and hormones such as insulin, which regulates blood sugar or glucose metabolism. Pancreatitis occurs occasionally in cats, and it may be acute (sudden) or chronic (recurring).
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Pancreas-specific lipase is a digestive enzyme that is only produced in the pancreas. When the pancreas is inflamed, levels of pancreatic-specific lipase often increase. Pancreas-specific lipase is measured with a test called feline pancreatic lipase immunoreactivity (fPLI), which requires a simple blood test.
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Pancreatitis is a disease caused by inflammation of the pancreas. The pancreas is a vital organ that produces enzymes to assist in food digestion and hormones such as insulin, which regulates blood sugar or glucose metabolism. Pancreatitis is common in dogs and may be acute or chronic.
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Pancreas-specific lipase is a digestive enzyme that is only produced in the pancreas. When the pancreas is inflamed, levels of pancreatic-specific lipase often increase. Pancreas-specific lipase is measured with a test called canine pancreatic lipase immunoreactivity (cPLI), which requires a simple blood test.
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Pancrelipase (brand names: Viokase, Epizyme, Panakare, Pancrepowder Plus, Pancreved, Parcrezyme) is a pancreatic enzyme supplement used to treat exocrine pancreatic enzyme insufficiency (EPI) in dogs, cats, and birds. In rabbits, pancrelipase has also been used to treat fur balls.
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Pandora syndrome affects multiple organ systems, including the urinary tract. The term is often used synonymously with Feline Idiopathic Cystitis (FIC), but FIC is only one component of Pandora syndrome. It is believed to be related to chronic stress. This article discusses causes, signs, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis for cats with this condition.
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Panniculitis is a localized inflammation of the tissues under the skin, causing a firm swelling (nodule) that may ulcerate and drain fluid. It is a common problem in cats and is less common in dogs. In cats, it is often caused by bite wounds from fighting. This handout discusses causes, signs, and treatment of this condition.
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Chronic superficial keratitis (CSK), or pannus, is a potentially blinding disease affecting the cornea. Any dog breed can be affected by pannus, but it is predominantly seen in German shepherds, Belgian shepherds, and border collies. Diagnosis is based on medical history and clinical signs. Treatment involves using topical corticosteroids or other immune-modulating drugs. If diagnosed early and treatment plans are followed, many dogs can have a good prognosis and live a normal life.
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Panosteitis is a painful inflammation of the outer surface or shaft of one or more long bones of the legs. It is sometimes called growing pains. Panosteitis is a condition that affects young, rapidly growing dogs. Panosteitis will be suspected if the patient shows pain when pressure is applied to the affected bone(s). The diagnosis is confirmed by X-rays, which usually show a characteristic increase in the density of the affected bones. Although this disease will spontaneously resolve, during episodes of lameness the condition is very painful. At these times, treatment is supportive, using pain medication and anti-inflammatory drugs as needed.
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Pantoprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (stomach acid reducer) used to treat stomach ulcers in cats, dogs, and other animals. It has also been used to treat esophagitis and gastric reflux. This medication is used off-label in veterinary medicine.