Re: Cushings disease and my Scottish Terrier

"kat" <andbits2@xxxxxxx> wrote in message
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> Does anyone have any info about Cushings? The vet gave my Scottish
> Terrier, Sophie, a possible diagnosis (we won't know for sure until
> next Tuesday when they take xrays and an ultrasound). I've been reading
> about the disease and I'm very concerned. Sophie is almost nine years
> old and is exhibiting several symptoms. Any info would be helpful.

.........What else are they looking for?  Cushings is usually diagnosed
through blood tests.

This is a good page on Cushings:
 http://www.kateconnick.com/library/cushingsdisease.html

You also may find information at Scottish terrier sites.

I'd join the yahoo list for Cushings if your dog gets diagnosed:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/caninecushings-autoimmunecare/

buglady
take out the dog before replying



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