|Articles|June 22, 2010

Today's Daily Dose: Adrenal disorders

What are some hallmarks of atypical Cushing's disease?

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“For dogs with atypical Cushing's disease (ADH cause), expect the presence of hepatomegaly, hepatopathy and unilateral adrenomegaly (and maybe atrophy of contralateral adrenal glands) along with decreased endogenous ACTH level and the usual clinical signs, blood-work results and often hair-coat problems.”

-Johnny D. Hoskins, DVM, PhD, DACVIM

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