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Feline Diabetes, Canine Diabetes, Cushing's, Addison's, Hyperthyroidism and Hypothyroidism Diseases

Glands and hormones influence all of your pet’s bodily functions. The endocrine glands help coordinate digestion and reproduction, and produce substances like insulin, estrogen, and testosterone. Serious but treatable diseases of the endocrine system include diabetes, Cushing’s disease and Addison’s disease. You will definitely need to see a vet regularly for treatment if your pet suffers from endocrine problems.

Endocrine glands: what are they?

When the pancreas doesn’t work:
When the pancreas doesn’t work: Diabetes mellitus (feline diabetes & canine diabetes)

When the adrenals don’t work:
Cushing’s disease
Addison’s disease

When the thyroid doesn’t work:
Hyperthyroid disease
Hypothyroid disease

List of endocrine medications and supplements

The articles here were answered by a variety of pharmacists and veterinarians

Date	Category	Topic
02/21/08	Heartworm Medicine	WEIGHT LOSS IN A CAT.
02/12/08	Other	DRINKING LOTS OF WATER
02/11/08	Other	EXCESSIVE THIRST WITH LOSS OF URINE CONTROL
02/04/08	Other	WEIGHT LOSS
01/30/08	Urinary Tract/Kidneys	FREQUENT DRINKING AND URINATION
01/30/08	Urinary Tract/Kidneys	SAMOYED
01/27/08	Hormonal/Endocrine	DIABETES
01/26/08	Urinary Tract/Kidneys	FREQUENT URINATION
01/19/08	Urinary Tract/Kidneys	INCREASED THIRST/URINATION
01/16/08	Other	AGING DOG SIGNS
01/10/08	Wormer	WORMER OR DIABETES
01/10/08	Other	DIABETIC CAT - EATS TOO MUCH!
01/06/08	Other	MY DOG APPEARS TO BE SICK
01/06/08	Other	DIABETES
01/02/08	Other	INSULIN DOSE
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Endocrine Facts:

A gland is a group of cells that produces a hormone.

Nerves and glands together coordinate all major activities, including digestion and reproduction.

Endocrine glands produce insulin, estrogen, and testosterone.

This information is for educational purposes only and is intended to be a supplement to, and not a substitute for, the expertise and professional judgment of your veterinarian. The information is NOT to be used for diagnosis or treatment of your pet. You should always consult your own veterinarian for specific advice concerning the treatment of your pet.

The information about medications is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, warnings, allergic reactions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for your pet. It is not a substitute for a veterinary exam, and it does not replace the need for services provided by your veterinarian.

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