«The majority of patients with chronic
kidney disease, particularly those in the more
advanced stages who require dialysis, exhibited some degree of loss of their sense of smell,
which correlated with reduced nutritional status,» says Teodor Paunescu, PhD, of the MGH Division of Nephrology, corresponding author of the study.
You would think that treatment for
kidney disease would help the problem, but not so with dialysis,
which is often required for
advanced cases of
kidney failure.
Beyond cosmetic issues,
advanced dental
disease also has an effect on many internal organs and has been scientifically linked to heart, lung, and
kidney problems,
which can shorten the life of your pet.