Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Neurologic problems caused by hypothyroidism in dogs
By Bertalan, Abigail et al.·Published in Compendium (Yardley, PA)·2013·University of Pennsylvania, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Neurologic manifestations of hypothyroidism in dogs.
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
Hypothyroidism, which is a common hormone-related condition in dogs, can sometimes lead to unusual problems with the nervous system, although this is not very common. In some cases, the only signs of hypothyroidism might be related to the nervous system, making it tricky for vets to diagnose and treat these issues. This article talks about different ways hypothyroidism can affect a dog's nervous system and explains how these problems happen. It also looks at the research on how low thyroid hormone levels can impact a dog's brain and nerves. Overall, the findings highlight the importance of considering hypothyroidism when a dog shows neurological symptoms.
Abstract
Hypothyroidism is a common endocrine disease in dogs. A variety of clinicopathologic abnormalities may be present; however, neurologic deficits are rare. In some instances, neurologic deficits may be the sole manifestation of hypothyroidism. Consequent ly, the diagnosis and management of the neurologic disorders associated with hypothyroidism can be challenging. This article describes several neurologic manifestations of primary hypothyroidism in dogs; discusses the pathophysiology of hypothyroidism-induced neurologic disorders affecting the peripheral and central nervous systems; and reviews the evidence for the neurologic effects of hypothyroidism.
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