Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Signs and other diseases linked to hypothyroidism in dogs and cats
By Scott-Moncrieff, J Catharine·Published in The Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice·2007·Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Clinical signs and concurrent diseases of hypothyroidism in dogs and cats.
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
Hypothyroidism in dogs and cats can show up in many ways. The most common signs include a slower metabolism, which can lead to weight gain and skin problems. There is strong evidence linking hypothyroidism to various nerve issues, but the connections to other problems like reproductive issues, heart disease, and behavior changes are not as clear. More research is needed to fully understand all the health issues that can come from hypothyroidism.
Abstract
Canine hypothyroidism may present with a wide range of clinical signs. The most common clinical signs are those of a decreased metabolic rate and dermatologic manifestations; however, many other clinical signs have been associated with hypothyroidism. There is strong evidence for a causal relation between hypothyroidism and a variety of neurologic abnormalities; however, the association between hypothyroidism and other manifestations, such as reproductive dysfunction, clinical heart disease, and behavioral abnormalities, is less compelling. Further studies are necessary to determine the full spectrum of disorders caused by hypothyroidism.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17619007/