Adenocarcinoma in Dogs
- Adenocarcinoma is a cancer affecting glandular tissues.
- It can affect the gastrointestinal tract, often the last inches of the tract. In this case, it is called cancer of the anal sac.
- It can also affect the mammary glands, stomach, and intestines.
- Dogs that are over 10 years old are susceptible to this ailment.
- Females are also more prone to developing the ailment than males.
- The following symptoms indicate adenocarcinoma:
- Hypercalcemia
- Kidney complications
- Swelling of the lymph nodes
- Increased thirst
- Frequent urination
- Straining to defecate
- Treatments for adenocarcinoma include:
- Surgical removal of the tumors.
- Radiation. .
- Chemotherapy. .
- Combinations of these options is often done for better prognosis
- Surgical removal of the tumors.
Gastric Adenocarcinoma in Dogs
- Gastric adenocarcinoma affects the stomach.
- Possible causes are:
- Poor diet and poor food quality
- Obesity
- Exposure to smoke and toxins
- Symptoms include:
- Weight loss
- Frequent vomiting, sometimes with blood
- Dehydration
- Lethargy
- Dull coat and skin
- Diagnosis is through:
- Physical examination
- Blood tests
- Ultrasound
- Biopsy
Intestinal Adenocarcinoma in Dogs
- Intestinal adenocarcinoma affects the intestines.
- Possible symptoms are:
- Projectile vomiting
- Vomiting, sometimes with blood
- Loss of appetite
- Diarrhea
- Diagnosis is through:
- Physical examination
- Blood tests
- Ultrasound
- Survey radio-graphs
- Urinalysis
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