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There are many different diseases that can affect the kidneys in the cat. Chronic renal failure (CRF) is the end point of a number of different disease processes. Signs can be non-specific and diffucult to distinguish from general signs of ageing. Treatments will vary with each specific disease and situation.
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By definition, kidney failure is the inability of the kidneys to remove waste products from the blood.
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Chronic upper respiratory tract (URT) disease is a relatively common problem in cats, and can have many causes. The most common form is termed chronic post viral or idiopathic rhinitis.
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Ciclosporin (also called Cyclosporin) is an immunosuppressive agent. It is used to reduce the body's natural immunity.
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Cimetidine is used for the reduction of vomiting associated with chronic gastritis. Your veterinarian may also prescribe cimetidine for stomach or intestinal ulcers.
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Your veterinarian has prescribed clomipramine to treat obsessive compulsive behaviour or to treat separation anxiety and dominance aggression in dogs. In cats, clomipramine may be used to prevent urine marking/spraying, inter-cat aggression and compulsive grooming.
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Clonazepam is used to control seizures (fits). Diazepam is a benzodiazepine.
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Coccidiosis describes Infection with a protozoan (one-celled) organism known as a coccidian. These are microscopic parasites living within cells of the intestinal lining.
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The Cockatoo (family Cacatuidae) is a large bodied parrot with a crest of feathers on top of the head that stands erect when the bird is alarmed or excited. These natives of mainland Australia and surrounding islands are most widely treasured as desirable companions because of their intelligence and incredibly affectionate nature.
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Coenzyme Q-10 ('CoQ10' or 'ubiquinone') is a fat soluble nutrient, abundant in all tissues in the body. It is a vital component of the mitochondria, the powerhouses of the cell.