Onion and garlic poisoning results in
oxidative damage to the red blood cells (making the red blood cells more likely to rupture) and gastroenteritis (e.g., nausea, oral irritation, drooling, abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea).
Not exact matches
Because the
red blood cells are more prone
to damage by
oxidative substances in an individual with G6PD Deficiency, a diet rich in antioxidants is important.
When fed in excessive amounts (5g of garlic per kg of the dog's body weight), garlic can cause
oxidative damage to Fido's
red blood cells, leading
to a condition called Heinz body anaemia, a complex disease that requires professional diagnosis and treatment.