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The diaphragm is the muscular partition which separates the abdomen from the chest. Tearing or disruption of this partition is called a diaphragmatic rupture.
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Salivary cancers are almost invariably malignant tumours originating from the secretory cells of the glands. Other swellings or tumours of salivary glands may be due to infections and cysts.
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The sarcoptic mite is responsible for canine scabies (sarcoptic mange). It lives just under the skin.
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This tumour is a disordered and purposeless overgrowth of sebaceous gland cells. These glands are attached to the hair follicles where their function is to lubricate the hairs and skin.
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If you feel dissatisfield with the advice or treatment given to you and your cat it is your right to consider a second opinion or referral.
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Second opinions and referrals often cause great anxiety to owners, irrespective of whether suggested by the veterinarian or considered as a possibility by the pet owner.
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Seizures and epilepsy are less commonly encountered in cats than dogs. They are, however, the most common sign of disease affecting the front part of the brain in the cat.
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Seizures are one of the most frequently seen neurological problems in dogs. A seizure is also known as a convulsion or fit.
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Shampoos help to clean the skin and remove crusts and debris. Different types of medicated shampoos are available such as those for treating bacterial or yeast infections or for gently lifting off crusts.
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Skin fold pyoderma is an inflammatory skin problem which occurs on opposed skin surfaces. The skin folds allow the surface of the two adjacent areas to lie in close contact and this creates a warm, humid environment that is not ventilated.