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Miconazole topical is an antifungal medication used to treat surface skin infections caused by yeast in cats and dogs. It may be used off label (extra label) to treat other conditions in cats and dogs. It may be specially compounded or combined into a formulation with other medications.
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Translated from the original English article Dilated Cardiomyopathy in Dogs -
Mitral valve disease is often one of the earliest indicators of heart disease that could lead to heart failure. It is more common in small dogs than large breeds. This handout discusses mitral valve disease in dogs, a degeneration of the valve between the left atrium and left ventricle. The clinical signs, diagnosis, treatment, and the prognosis of this condition are outlined.
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Translated from the original English article Distemper in Dogs -
Many herding dog breeds (most commonly collies and Australian shepherds) have a mutation at the ABCB1 (or MDR1) gene that makes them more sensitive to the negative effects of certain medications. A similar ABCB1 mutation can occur in cats, although it is believed to be much less common. This handout explains how this mutation works and how to know if your pet is affected.
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Muscle tears are direct or indirect traumatic injuries that cause damage to muscle tissue. The most common cause is an indirect injury, or strain, caused by overstretching during athletic activities. This handout discusses these injuries, the clinical signs, diagnostic testing, therapy, and expected prognosis.
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Muscular dystrophy is an inherited disease that affects muscles. Signs of muscular dystrophy are typically seen early in life (at one to three months of age) and they progress as the dog ages. This handout discusses the signs, diagnosis, and treatment of muscular dystrophy in dogs.
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Myasthenia gravis is a disease in which there is a malfunction in the transmission of signals between the nerves and muscles. Dogs with myasthenia gravis exhibit extreme weakness and excessive fatigue. There are two forms: inherited and acquired. Anti-acetylcholinesterase medication and immunosuppressive therapy will likely be required for the life of the dog.
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A narcoleptic episode involves sudden collapse and loss of movement in which the pet literally falls asleep, often while physically active, then wakes up abruptly and proceeds as if nothing happened. Although you may not be able to stop the episodes, you may be able to reduce the frequency and severity of events by identifying possible patterns that precipitate the incidents.
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Gastrinomas and intestinal carcinoids are neuroendocrine tumors that occur in the pancreas and upper intestine (gastrinomas) and in the intestines (intestinal carcinoids). Generally, neuroendocrine tumors are rare in dogs and cats. This handout outlines their signs, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis.