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Anemia
Jun 18, 2023 10:07:50 GMT -5
Post by ZandraJoi on Jun 18, 2023 10:07:50 GMT -5
www.barkandwhiskers.com/anemiaStory at-a-glance Anemia is a condition in which there is an abnormally low red blood cell count; red blood cells contain an iron-containing protein called hemoglobin that moves oxygenated blood to all the body’s tissues Anemia has three causes: blood loss, destruction of red blood cells (hemolytic anemia), or insufficient production of red blood cells (aplastic anemia) When your pet has insufficient hemoglobin to carry oxygen to the body’s tissues, he experiences oxygen starvation; symptoms include weakness, lethargy, elevated heart rate, pale mucous membranes, loss of appetite and rapid breathing Anemia isn’t difficult to diagnose, however, the underlying problem can be, and must also be identified and resolved; treatment depends on the root cause My notes: It looks like the symptoms are similar to those in a human. Anytime you see an animal that just doesn't act like itself, get some blood work done to rule out probable causes.
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Post by Bob on Jun 18, 2023 16:22:24 GMT -5
Good to know! None of our pets has had any of these symptoms.
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