X-rays and ultrasounds are often used together to diagnose diseases, predict diseases, and monitor treatment results. This is because these techniques are easy to perform, do not take long, and are cost-effective. They help answer questions and find the cause of the disease accurately and in a timely manner. Therefore, they are widely used in our veterinary community. Benefits of X-rays X-rays help diagnose diseases and abnormalities of animal organs in every part of the body, including the head, body, chest, abdomen, and legs, from finding specific abnormalities such as broken leg bones, dislocated joints…
Chronic kidney disease is a common condition in dogs and cats, especially in older animals. The most important management in this condition is proper dietary management, such as limiting protein and certain minerals, supplementing with vitamins and essential fatty acids. Before the veterinarian manages the animal's diet, a physical examination should be performed to see if it is overweight or underweight, how much muscle mass it has, and an assessment of the severity of the kidney disease, such as blood tests and kidney ultrasounds. After the physical examination, the animal's diet can be managed, controlling the amount of certain minerals that affect the kidneys, such as phosphorus, sodium, and potassium. The animal should also be fed with an appropriate amount of protein, not too much or too little, because too little will make the animal's body's performance worse and it will become thin. Alternatively, certain vitamins can be supplemented, such as vitamin B, essential fatty acids, such as...
X-rays and ultrasounds are often used together to diagnose diseases, predict diseases, and monitor treatment results. This is because these techniques are easy to perform, do not take long, and are cost-effective. They help answer questions and find the cause of the disease accurately and in a timely manner. Therefore, they are widely used in our veterinary community. Benefits of X-rays X-rays help diagnose diseases and abnormalities of animal organs in every part of the body, including the head, body, chest, abdomen, and legs, from finding specific abnormalities such as broken leg bones, dislocated joints…
Have you ever noticed your cat losing weight or becoming excessively thin? Do you feel only bones when you touch them, or in very thin cases, they may even be weak? These are relatively common illnesses, and owners need to take their cat to a veterinarian for examination and treatment. The examination process includes: 1. A thorough history and physical examination of the cat. This begins with an examination of the mouth for inflammation of the gums, tongue, and tonsils, as inflammation in the mouth and throat can cause decreased appetite and weight loss. The external pharynx, where the thyroid gland is located, can be palpated for enlargement. A noticeable enlargement can indicate hyperthyroidism or thyroid toxicity. A preliminary palpation of the abdomen may also be performed to check for abnormal masses of size and shape, such as enlarged kidneys, intestines, or lymph nodes. 2. Laboratory tests. These include blood tests to count various blood cells (white blood cells, red blood cells), hormone levels (such as thyroid hormones), liver and kidney function tests, and urinalysis to assess kidney function…
Heart disease in dogs and cats is caused by abnormalities in the structure and function of the heart. The disease will develop over time, but the final result is a severe condition affecting the heart's function called heart failure. It can be found since birth (congenital heart disease) in the age of not more than 1 year and heart disease in dogs and cats that occurs later (acquired heart disease). The disease develops in the age range from 6 years and up, is the most common characteristic and is often found in older dogs. Heart disease is divided into...
?“Rak Jang”, a 13-year-old poodle. Initially, Rak Jang came for a preliminary health check and found a lump on her breast. The doctor recommended a biopsy. The results showed that the lump was “# cancer”. She was then sent for an additional ultrasound to Dr. Suwicha Chutathep, # ultrasound department, to check how much the cancer had spread in her body. ?The ultrasound results showed that the cancer had spread to her “spleen and liver”. She was then sent for treatment to Dr. Samart Enekthanakul (Dr. Yo) # cancer department. After treatment and follow-up for 2 months, the cancer in her spleen had grown in size from approximately…