Species: Dog
Condition: Protein Losing Enteropathy
Organ System: Nervous/sensory
Digestive disorder caused by the damage of the intestinal wall resulting in massive leaking of proteins from the bloodstream to the intestine from where they are lost in the stool. Dogs have long lasting diarrhoea; they are losing weight and have enlarged abdomen. They are lethargic, with breathing difficulties (accumulation of fluid around lungs) and swollen legs. PLE is a very serious and potentially life threatening condition requiring intensive veterinary care. Since there is no cure, you will need to work with your vet on assessing a detailed treatment and management plan with special nutrition and frequent check-ups.
Breeds exposed to Protein Losing Enteropathy – Research Reference
Labradoodle Cross – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Labrador Retriever Cross – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Labradoodle – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Labrador Cross – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Labrador – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Labrador Retriever – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Disease Author
Dr Merliza Cabriles, Professor of Veterinary Medicine
To learn more about Protein Losing Enteropathy or any other condition we invite you to search this website. Even better, pick up the phone and call your vet. Your vet knows your pet better than anyone else and is a fountain of information.
This information is accurate as at May 2014 and is subject to change without notice.
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