Sentences with phrase «gland problems affect»

Anal gland problems affect millions of pets and are a very common and frustrating problem.

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Dr. Timothy Cox, a craniofacial researcher at Seattle Children's Research Institute and lead author, found that mice with a gene mutation that causes cleft lip and palate had problems in their salivary glands that affected gum tissue and oral health.

It affects the lungs, sweat glands and the digestive system, causing chronic respiratory and digestive problems.

Problems with the parathyroid glands, which are located on the thyroid in the neck, can affect blood calcium levels.

BPH is a health problem involving non-cancer enlargement of the prostate gland, and it commonly affects middle - aged and older men in the U.S. Studies have linked different nutrients in pumpkin seeds to their beneficial effects on BPH, including their phytosterols, lignans, and zinc.

Removal of the affected tear gland will require lifelong after - treatment with artificial tears to prevent chronic dry eye and secondary problems that can occur when there's insufficient production of lubrication for a dog's eyes.

Thyroid and adrenal gland problem can also affect hair on cats.

Dogs are rarely affected by hyperthyroidism and when it occurs in this species it is normally the result of a diet problem or cancer of the thyroid gland.

If caught early, milking out the affected gland and applying hot compresses will help prevent a spread of the problem.

Although intestinal parasites don't directly result in anal gland problems they can lead to similar symptoms and also affect the digestive health of your dog, thereby leading to anal gland problems.

There are various problems which may affect the anus and rectum; without an examination I can not tell you specifically what is wrong but causes include rectal prolapse, anal gland tumours, perianal fistulas, colitis among other causes.