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DISEASES OF THE PROSTATE GLAND

GENERAL INFORMATION Prostatic disease is a relatively common problem in male dogs. Although it is found most often in intact dogs, prostatic disease may also be seen in neutered dogs. Disorders of the prostate gland may be divided into three broad categories....

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Cancer of the Bones of the Legs

The purpose of this handout is to discuss the diagnosis, prognosis and treatment of possible neoplastic (cancer) lesions in the leg bones of dogs. Dogs with these type lesions present with lameness. Radiographs (X-rays) localize the lesion and rule out so...

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Cancer Cachexia

Cancer cachexia is a condition accompanying neoplasia, which manifests itself through numerous metabolic changes resulting in involuntary weight loss in the face of adequate nutrition. Carbohydrate, protein and lipid metabolism are affected. Cancer cachexia ...

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