Ketoacidotic Diabetes in Dogs
While diabetes is very difficult to live with for pet owners and their animals, ketoacidotic diabetes in dogs is potentially fatal. This stage of diabetes ruins the dog's natural zest for life and leaves it tired and sick.
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Features
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A progressed stage of diabetes, ketoacidotic diabetes in dogs is brought on by an untreated case of Type 1 diabetes, insufficient levels of insulin after beginning treatment for Type 1 diabetes, or reduced insulin effectiveness caused by obesity or illnesses.
Symptoms
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Many of the symptoms of ketoacidotic diabetes in dogs are similar to regular diabetes, such as increased appetite, thirst and urination. However, as the disease progresses, symptoms consist of sudden blindness, intense vomiting and a possible strong acetone odor on the breath.
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Treatment
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Ketoacidotic diabetes in dogs requires extra care. The first step veterinarians will take is place the dog on intravenous fluids and antibiotics to stabilize the animal. Afterward, the dog begins long-term treatments that involve insulin injections and strict dietary planning.
Extra Considerations
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Ketoacidotic diabetes in dogs requires accurate monitoring to avoid potentially lethal relapses. Female dogs are usually spayed to avoid hormonal imbalances that affect insulin levels.
Potential
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While diabetes itself is not curable, ketoacidotic diabetes in dogs is manageable, and with proper care, the dog can return to its normal life.
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