Some steroid side effects that may occur in your pet include stomach ulcers, delayed wound healing, thyroid hormone suppression,
immune suppression so that the body doesn't fight infection well, high blood sugar, and swollen liver.
Not exact matches
According to Tom Valentine of Search for Health, research has shown that significant
immune system
suppression begins to occur above 36 grams (for adults, less in children)
so this is the manageable cut off point that seems reasonable to shoot for.
Serum cholesterol levels below 190 mg / dl or
so indicate
immune suppression and increased risk of infectious disease — whatever the age of the human in question.
It causes the
suppression of the
immune system that makes the disease
so dangerous.
The hormone «progesterone,» which primes the uterus for potential pregnancy, does
so by causing proliferation of the blood - filled uterine lining and
suppression of uterine
immune function.
It is not available by itself, and has been shown to cause
immune suppression when given in combination with Canine Distemper (Kirk's Current Veterinary Therapy XI, «Canine and Feline Vaccines,» Philips, Schultz),
so I would consider not giving it.
The mites themselves cause
suppression of the
immune system
so the pet needs every advantage to stay healthy.
Certain infections and some drugs, such as anti-cancer drugs, may cause a
suppression of the
immune system
so that an otherwise well - vaccinated dog becomes susceptible to infection and disease if exposed.