In addition, the infection that is eating away at the bone from below can eventually make its way into the skull and jaw bone causing a chronic painful condition caused osteomyelitis that can take several months of antibiotics to eradicate, and in some cases, can
weaken the bone so much that cats can develop what is called a pathologic fracture, where the bone breaks with the slightest bit of pressure.
Not exact matches
They go out there to foul us and break
bones just
so they can play a physically
weakened opponent.
When the output of human growth hormone is lower than it should be,
so many areas of both the physiological and psychological systems are affected resulting in improper blood pressure and cholesterol levels, lack of
bone and muscle strength, a
weakened immune system, added weight, cognitive abilities, and psychogenic issues.
Minerals are essential to
so many of the body's functions and lack of minerals can lead to health issues such as constipation,
weakened bones, and tooth decay.
Finally, in order to protect the blood,
so much calcium is taken from the
bones and teeth that decay and general
weakening begin.»
Estrogen protects the hair follicles and skin
so lower estrogen - to - testosterone ratios may trigger hair loss, as well as
weaken your
bones and contribute to heart disease.
We do know that hyperthyroidism may contribute to
bone weakening (osteoporosis),
so ensuring proper vitamin D and calcium intake is critical.
Eventually the upper tooth
weakens so much from the dissolving area that it breaks off and the root is completely resorbed into
bone.
Scientists have also theorized that, because cats are relatively sedentary, purring can help stimulate
bones so that they don't
weaken.