Natural Pet Health - Lymphoma in Canines and Prednisone: The Connection
- Posted by Arnold on August 31st, 2007 filed in Natural Pet Health
Lymphoma or cancer of the lymphoid system is one of the common types of Cancers that can affect dogs. The chest cavity, nose, kidney, gastrointestinal tract, central Nervous system and lymph nodes that are spread all across the body are the locations that are attacked in most cases where Lymphoma occurs in a dog. The diagnosis and treatment that is decided depends upon the site of the Lymphoma . Although any veterinarian can prescribe the treatment for lymphomas, it is advisable to consult a veterinary oncologist to ensure that you evaluate the latest treatment options. Prednisone, a synthetic corticosteroid, is one of the five drug combinations used to administer chemotherapy treatment to dogs that develop lymphomas. Cushings disease in dogs is a life threatening condition by itself and therefore it is advisable that the drugs be administered adequately. Read More
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