Dr Simona Radaelli DVM PhD DipECVN MRCVSRCVS and European Specialist in Veterinary Neurology Nociception is the conscious perception and response to a noxious stimulus. It is sometimes also referred to as deep pain perception. It should always be tested and in particular in spinal patients … [Read more...] about Why is nociception important in spinal patients?
“What’s going on ear then?” part 2
Dr Andrea Volk DVM, Dr.med.vet., MVetMed, DipECVD, MRCVSRCVS and European Specialist in Veterinary Dermatology So, having read Part 1 of this two-part blog, you will now be familiar with George, a challenging case of recurrent otitis. Part 1 discussed the primary, predisposing and perpetuating … [Read more...] about “What’s going on ear then?” part 2
“What’s going on ear then?” part 1
Dr Andrea Volk DVM, Dr.med.vet., MVetMed, DipECVD, MRCVSRCVS and European Specialist in Veterinary Dermatology You are presented with one of those cases in clinic that make your heart sink. "George" is a 2 and half-year-old male neutered Cocker Spaniel with a history of recurrent otitis going … [Read more...] about “What’s going on ear then?” part 1
Hyperthyroidism: commonly asked questions. part 2
Sarah M. A. Caney BVSc PhD DSAM(Feline) MRCVS RCVS Specialist in Feline Medine Hyperthyroidism is a common condition, especially of older cats. Although many cases are straightforward to diagnose and treat, this is not always the case. What follows is the second part of an article that aims to … [Read more...] about Hyperthyroidism: commonly asked questions. part 2
Hyperthyroidism: commonly asked questions. part 1
Sarah M. A. Caney BVSc PhD DSAM(Feline) MRCVSRCVS Specialist in Feline Medine Hyperthyroidism is a common condition, especially of older cats. Although many cases are straightforward to diagnose and treat, this is not always the case. What follows is the first part of an article that aims to … [Read more...] about Hyperthyroidism: commonly asked questions. part 1
Clinical conundrum – the life-changing incidental finding…
Dr Susana Silva DVM CertSAM DipECVIM-CA MRCVSRCVS and European Specialist in Veterinary Internal Medicine We often say “oh, under 8 years old pre-op bloods aren’t really necessary”. However, occasionally, we do pick up something unusual. In this blog, we’re going to look at just such a … [Read more...] about Clinical conundrum – the life-changing incidental finding…
A new medical mystery from our internal medicine specialist
Dr Susana Silva DVM CertSAM DipECVIM-CA MRCVSRCVS and European Specialist in Veterinary Internal Medicine You are presented with “Evie”, a 5 year old female neutered Pointer who has been lethargic and anorexic for 2 days. However, her owners are concerned because she is significantly more … [Read more...] about A new medical mystery from our internal medicine specialist
A medical mystery – cardiac or not?
Dr Nuala Summerfield BSc BVM&S DipACVIM (Cardiology) DipECVIM CA(Cardiology) MRCVS RCVS, American and European Specialist in Veterinary Cardiology The great radiologist Merrill C. Sosman once said that “You see only what you look for. You recognize only what you know.” Now, while we’re … [Read more...] about A medical mystery – cardiac or not?