Cushing’s disease (hyperadrenocorticism) is a condition that results from the chronic overproduction of too much glucocorticoid in the body. In the normal dog, the pituitary gland produces a hormone called ACTH which stimulates the adrenal gland to produce the steroid hormone glucocorticoid which is necessary for the function of many systems in the body. If [...]
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Cushing’s treatment
November 27th, 2008 
pet-admin question : My 10.75 yr old Aussie Terrier has Cushings and I am treating her with 30mg Trilostane bid. she also gets a low fat Bison or Fish organic diet, homemade. with 200mg Sam-e sid. What else can I do to help with the hair loss, water consumption, urine accidents and muscle wasting. have been [...]
Addison’s Disease – Hypoadrenocorticism
October 6th, 2007 pet-admin Addison’s Disease – Hypoadrenocorticism Most commonly seen in female dogs in their youth or middle years, Addison’s Disease, or Hypoadrenocorticism, is the case in which the adrenal fail to produce enough cortisol to break down energy-containing nutrients. Symptoms * Increase in thirst and urine production * Weakness * Depression * Lack of appetite * Vomitting [...]
