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Perianal fistula, also known as anal furunculosis, is a serious medical condition that most commonly affects German shepherd dogs. Perianal fistulas are characterized by chronic, purulent, smelly, ulcerating, draining tracts in the anal region and surrounding skin. More recent studies indicate that the condition is more likely caused by an autoimmune disease.
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Pericardial effusion refers to the abnormal accumulation of fluid in the sac surrounding the heart. Pericardial effusion can have a number of underlying causes, including inflammation, infection, cancer, and hereditary defects. Mild cases of pericardial effusion may be asymptomatic, but more significant fluid accumulations can interfere with the heart’s function and lead to severe effects such as sudden death. Treatment and prognosis is dependent upon the underlying cause of the condition.
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Pets may have visible or hidden disabilities that require some adjustments to their care or lifestyle to maximize their quality of life. With some support, these pets can have a normal life and be just as loving as any other pet.
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Pica is a condition where a cat persistently ingests non-food items. There are multiple behavioral and medical conditions that can cause pica. This handout outlines the causes, signs, diagnosis, and treatments for pica in cats.
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Pica is a condition where a dog persistently ingests non-food items. There are multiple behavioral and medical conditions that can cause pica. This handout outlines the causes, signs, diagnosis, and treatments for pica in dogs.
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Pigmentary keratitis is a discoloration of the cornea due to chronic inflammation and is most common in brachycephalic breeds. In many cases, complete resolution cannot be achieved, but the condition can be stopped or slowed down if the underlying cause can be identified and treated. Surgery and medications may be used to help address the problem.
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Pituitary macroadenomas are large, non-cancerous tumors of the pituitary gland that are either functional (secrete hormones) or non-functional (do not secrete hormones). They are more common in dogs than cats. Clinical signs depend on the type of tumor. This handout outlines signs, diagnosis, and treatment.
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Pituitary macroadenomas are large, non-cancerous tumors of the pituitary gland that are either functional (secrete hormones) or non-functional (do not secrete hormones). Clinical signs depend on the type of tumor. This handout outlines signs, diagnosis, and treatment.
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Pleural effusion is the abnormal accumulation of fluid in the chest cavity. Fluid accumulates in the pleural sac, not the lungs, so the lungs are essentially floating in a chest full of fluid. This fluid occupies space within the chest, so the lungs cannot expand as fully as they should. Treatment and prognosis vary depending on the underlying cause.
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Pleural effusion is the abnormal accumulation of fluid in the chest cavity. Fluid accumulates in the pleural sac, not the lungs, so the lungs are essentially floating in a chest full of fluid. This fluid occupies space within the chest, so the lungs cannot expand as fully as they should. Treatment and prognosis vary depending on the underlying cause.