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Cushings Syndrome is a complicated condition caused by high circulating levels of cortisol (commonly known as cortisone) in the blood stream.
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Cutaneous (reactive) histiocytosis is an uncommon condition of dogs. The condition is poorly described in the scientific literature and has various grades all of which may be found in one animal.
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This is a common benign tumour of Langerhans cells. 99% are permanently cured by removing them surgically.
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Cyclophosphamide is a chemotherapeutic drug used to treat cancer in animals. These drugs can cause cancer in humans and should be handled with caution.
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Cyproheptadine is an antihistamine. Antihistamines are used to relieve or prevent the symptoms of allergy.
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Cystitis is the name given to inflammation of the urinary bladder or, more specifically, the epithelium (lining of the bladder). It is a commonly diagnosed condition in dogs of both sexes.
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Cystitis is a general term referring to inflammation of the urinary bladder. The term cystitis does not imply a specific underlying cause.
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Cysts are hollow spaces containing liquid or solidified secretion. A few cysts form within cancers but only non-cancerous cysts are considered here.
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Cytology is the microscopic examination of cells collected from the body. By examining the appearance of these cells including their numbers, size, shape, colour and internal characteristics, this can often lead to a diagnosis.
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The death of a family pet, whether expected or not, always creates a sense of loss. With children the effects vary very widely and depend on the level of maturity.