-- Progressive Retina Atrophy: This is a degenerative
eye disorder disease.
Not exact matches
It was then that I saw that to expect to put a stop to this
disorder by my reason and my will, which were themselves
diseased, would be to act like a blind man who should pretend to correct one of his
eyes by the aid of the other equally blind one.
Furthermore, some experts believe that such
disorders as respiratory distress, certain forms of lung
disease, anemia, and
eye problems could potentially be avoided.
«Gene - delivery system prevents vision loss from inherited
eye disease: Initial testing in animal models holds promise for treating Leber congenital amauroisis and other congenital visual
disorders.»
Among the
disorders that Balasubramanian has targeted is retinitis pigmentosa, a group of inherited
diseases that cause degeneration of the retina (in the back of the
eye where millions of photoreceptors capture light rays that the brain turns into images).
However, 2 years ago, Terry Smith of the Harbor - University of California, Los Angeles, Medical Center in Torrance and colleagues discovered that in patients with Graves
disease — an autoimmune
disorder that attacks the thyroid gland and
eyes — fibroblasts make chemokines when so - called immunoglobulin G antibodies in the blood activate a protein called the insulin - like growth factor 1 (IGF - 1) receptor.
The Duke scientists first examined the retinas of young rats that were genetically predisposed to an
eye disease which causes progressive blindness similar to a
disorder called retinitis pigmentosa in humans.
Heparanase may be a key factor in other inflammatory
disorders, including dry
eye disease, Shukla explained.
Neuromyelitis optica (NMO), also known as Devic's
disease, is a central nervous system
disorder that primarily affects the
eye nerves (optic neuritis) and the spinal cord (myelitis).
Other possible symptoms of the
disease, which is usually caused by different mutations of the JAGGED1 gene, are deformities of the
eyes or bones, and sometimes growth
disorders.
Working in a Stanford - funded lab on the island country, the scientists report that they already have identified more than 20 individual lemurs with unique genetic traits, including obesity, high cholesterol, high blood sugar, cardiac arrhythmias, progressive
eye disease and motor and personality
disorders.
Scientists have
eyed microRNAs as potential targets for
disease - fighting treatments because their malfunction has been implicated in cancer, heart
disease, viral infections, and other
disorders.
Back when stem cells were first extracted from human embryos 20 years ago, scientists were fascinated at their ability to change into any type of cell in the body and thought they would soon be used to treat all types of
diseases, from
eye disorders to diabetes.
With Biogen's expertise in neuroscience research and drug development and Ionis» leadership in RNA targeted therapies, the companies plan to advance antisense programs for a broad range of neurological
diseases including dementia, neuromuscular
diseases, movement
disorders,
diseases of the
eyes and inner ear, and neuropsychiatry.
Inclusion Criteria: • Availability of tumor tissue for mesothelin expression testing • Histologically - confirmed, mesothelin - expressing metastatic or advanced non-metastatic
disease (tumour type specific inclusion criteria) • At least one measurable lesion according to either Response Evaluation Criteria in Solid Tumors (RECIST) 1.1 or International Thymic Malignancy Interest Group (ITMIG) modified RECIST 1.1 as applicable • Adequate bone marrow, liver, renal and coagulation function • Left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) ≥ 50 % of the lower limit of normal (LLN) according to local institutional ranges • Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) 0 or 1 Exclusion Criteria: • More than one prior anti - tubulin / microtubule agent • Corneal epitheliopathy or any
eye disorder that may predispose the patients to this condition • Symptomatic Central nervous system (CNS) metastases and / or carcinomatous meningitis • Contraindication to both CT and MRI contrast agents • Active hepatitis B or C infection • Pregnant or breast - feeding patients • Tumor type specific exclusion criteria
However, the toxin is also used to treat migraine headaches, involuntary contraction of the
eye muscles, overactive bladder syndrome, excessive sweating and spastic
disorders associated with injury or
disease.
We have also made contributions to the study of other complex
diseases, including breast cancer, melanoma, oral clefts,
eye disorders, Chiari malformation, ADHD and autism.
However, they say the work at least proves the potential for mRNA therapy to successfully treat not only hemophilia B but also other human
disorders, such as hemophilia A (caused by faulty clotting factor VIII) or a variety of
diseases of the liver, central nervous system, lung and
eyes.
The most common serrapeptase uses (and studies) include relief for autoimmune
disease; dysfunction of the brain and mind; heart problems; digestive distress; ear, nose, and throat
disorders;
eye health; lung health; women's (beast and gynaecological problems) and men's health (prostate); skin
disease; muscle and joint pain; and even cancer.1 Very soon I was experimenting with higher and higher doses (on myself) and eventually found that 2,000,000 iu was completely safe and gave faster results for serious inflammatory problems.
The health benefits of cabbage include treatment for constipation, stomach ulcers, headaches, obesity, skin
disorders, eczema, jaundice, scurvy, rheumatism, arthritis, gout,
eye disorders, heart
diseases, aging, and Alzheimer's
disease.
There are many other causes of a red
eye: uveitis, orbital
disease, bleeding
disorders, trauma, luxated lens, etc..
Dobies are susceptible to health problems of the heart,
eyes, coat and a blood
disorder called Von Willebrand's
Disease, which causes the blood to not clot.
Veterinary ophthalmologists specialize in the medical and surgical treatment of
eye disorders,
eye diseases, vision, prevention of blindness, restoration of vision and care of blind animals.
Ophthalmology involves studying and treating
diseases and
disorders of the
eye, such as glaucoma and dry
eye.
Epilepsy, joint problems, bleeding
disorders, heart
disease,
eye diseases and endocrine system
disorders are just some of the known problems in this breed.
Beagles are prone to heart
disease, blood
disorders, epilepsy, skin conditions,
eye problems including glaucoma, and spinal disc problems.
Consider the list below of some of the most common symptoms related to a pet's
eyes that could indicate an
eye disease or
disorder:
Yorkshire Terrier are prone to
eye infections, teeth and gum
disease and slipped stifle, a joint
disorder.
Pocket Beagle Quick Facts Dog Breed Group: Hound Dogs Height: 7 to 12 inches tall Weight: 7 to 15 pounds Coat colors: brown and white, black and tan, tricolor Common health issues:
eye disorders (cherry
eye, glaucoma, cataracts, among others), epilepsy, hypothyroidism, Beagle dwarfism, Chinese Beagle Syndrome (CBS), hip dysplasia, intervertebral disc
disease, and patellar -LSB-...]
Examples of common
eye disorders include dry
eye, cataracts, glaucoma, inflammation, tumors, eyelid abnormalities, retinal
diseases, and blindness.
Common health issues:
eye disorders (cherry
eye, glaucoma, cataracts, among others), epilepsy, hypothyroidism, Beagle dwarfism, Chinese Beagle Syndrome (CBS), hip dysplasia, intervertebral disc
disease, and patellar luxation.
The Miniature Schnauzer can be prone to congenital cataracts, a degenerative
eye disease called progressive retinal atrophy (PRA), congenital portal systemic vascular anomalies (also called liver shunts), bladder stones, a hereditary muscle
disorder called myotonia congenita, and autoimmune
diseases possibly linked to vaccination reactions.
Tests that are available now are x-rays to detect displaced or malformed hips, elbows, and knees;
eye tests for progressive retinal atrophy; a biopsy for sebaceous adenitis; a blood test for hypothyrodism and vonWillebrand's
disease (a bleeding
disorder); the BAER (1) test for deafness; and a smattering of other tests that aid in detecting breed - specific
diseases.
Hip dysplasia, dermoid cysts, dwarfism,
eye problems, von Willebrand's
disease, cancer, bleeding
disorders and gastric torsion, also known as bloat.
Be sure to check with your veterinarian to differentiate conditions and to rule out any other
eye disorders and
diseases.
«Most of these animals have
eye disease as a primary
disorder — they have no other health problems.
When selecting an Italian Greyhound, check bloodlines for
eye problems, epilepsy, autoimmune
disorders, von Willebrand's
disease, and thyroid problems.
These include weight gain, spinal problems, thyroid
disorders, chronic heart
diseases, and
eye defects.
Breed - Related Health Concerns Heat rash; glaucoma (group of
eye diseases causing blindness); Von Willebrand's
Disease (bleeding
disorder that prevents proper blood clotting)
Breed - Related Health Concerns Bloat; hip dysplasia; elbow dysplasia; progressive retinal atrophy (
eye disorder that leads to blindness); persistent pupillary membranes (failure of PPMs to disappear at birth which causes
eye problems); ectropion (outward protrusion of the eyelid); vaginal hyperplasia (swollen vagina that may protrude from the vulva in intact females); heart
disease
Among purebred dogs, Shetland Sheepdogs are considered healthy, but they do have a tendency for certain
diseases including hip and joint problems, some types of hypothyroidism, inherited bleeding
disorder, and
eye problems.
Breed - Related Health Concerns Cataracts; progressive retinal atrophy (
eye disease that causes blindness); immune - mediated hemolytic anemia (blood
disorder); heart
disease; diabetes; epilepsy; allergies; skin problems; runny
eyes; ear infections; premature graying in brown dogs.
Your veterinarian will check for
disease, parasites and skin
disorders, as well as any potential
eye, ear and dental problems.
ACVO diplomats are trained to accurately diagnose and treat
eye diseases in dogs and other animals, screen animals for genetic
eye diseases, offer breeding advice regarding actual or presumed genetic
eye disorders, and offer micro-surgical options for the treatment of certain conditions.
Goldens are also susceptible to progressive retinal atrophy, an
eye disorder that causes blindness; von Willebrand's
Disease, a bleeding
disorder; cataracts; heart problems; and skin conditions.
Some hereditary
diseases that Bostons are susceptible to are
eye defects (such as juvenile cataracts, Progressive Retinal Atrophy, and iris colobomas, among others), deafness, luxating patellas and autoimmune
disorders.
Common
disorders include liver
diseases,
eye and ear issues, allergies, and possibly ligament issues.
If you contributed your dog's DNA to the University of Missouri's TT DNA bank, please remember to update your dog's health information if your dog is diagnosed with a possible heritable
disease (for example, PRA or other
eye disease, deafness, orthopedic
disorders, AIHA, lymphoma, etc.) since the sample was submitted.
Corneal degeneration (which may be identified as corneal dystrophy, which can be inherited) is a
disease of the eyes; von Willebrand's Disease, a bleeding disorder, and testicular atrophy are among the secondary diseases you may see in association with hypothyr
disease of the
eyes; von Willebrand's
Disease, a bleeding disorder, and testicular atrophy are among the secondary diseases you may see in association with hypothyr
Disease, a bleeding
disorder, and testicular atrophy are among the secondary
diseases you may see in association with hypothyroidism.
Cat
eye discharge is a sign of many different
eye diseases and
disorders, including corneal ulcers, conjunctivitis and entropion (an eyelid that rolls inward, allowing the hairs on the skin to irritate the
eye).