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The causes of chronic diarrhea in dogs are multiple, multiple factors are involved, and the prevalence of different diseases can vary depending on the geographical location. Some diseases can generally be ruled out using relatively simple exams (e.g., intestinal parasites).
- Protein-Losing Enteropathies
Furthermore, a very substantial number of dogs and cats with...
- Protein-Losing Enteropathies
Chronic intestinal inflammation in dogs results from disturbed recognition of commensal intestinal microbiota by the innate immune system. In addition, significant changes in the intestinal microbiota were detected using molecular biological approaches that do not rely on microbial culture.
Furthermore, a very substantial number of dogs and cats with PLE do not have vomiting or diarrhea. Some only have ascites, and some are found fortuitously on routine blood work. This may be especially true of dogs with primary intestinal lymphangiectasia.
1 Μαΐ 2011 · A substantial number of dogs and cats with PLE do not have vomiting or diarrhea, just like a substantial number of dogs and cats with severe hepatic disease do not have an increased ALT or SAP. This may be especially true of dogs with primary intestinal lymphangiectasia.
Severe hypoalbuminemia (i.e., < 2 gm/dl) in an animal with diarrhea suggests a protein-losing enteropathy (PLE); however, diarrhea (even when severe) in no way is sufficient to eliminate hepatic disease as the cause of the hypoalbuminemia.
Is diarrhea the only sign of PLE? Diarrhea is one common sign of PLE. The diarrhea may come and go, may be continuous, or may be the consistency of water. But some dogs with PLE have normal stools. Dogs will also have a difficult time holding their weight, and they may become lethargic.
11 Φεβ 2003 · Weight loss is the most consistent sign along with chronic diarrhea, vomiting, and, in more advanced cases, fluid accumulation in the abdomen creating a bloated appearance. How do we Make a Diagnosis? In most cases, an obviously sick, skinny dog is brought to the veterinarian.
