Diseases & ConditionsParaneoplastic Syndrome |
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What is paraneoplastic syndrome?
Paraneoplastic syndrome is a cluster of symptoms resulting from cancer being present in your dog’s body. What will paraneoplastic syndrome look like in my dog?
Symptoms will vary depending upon which metabolic systems have been impacted by your dog’s cancer. Some frequent symptoms include loss of appetite or weight, anemia, diminished blood clotting ability, hair loss and pain or swelling of the limbs. How does my dog get paraneoplastic syndrome?
Your dog will have to have cancer to have paraneoplastic syndrome. How is paraneoplastic syndrome diagnosed?
The diagnosis of a paraneoplastic syndrome is made based on your vet’s observation of the symptoms and the results of blood work and other biochemical testing performed on your dog who has been diagnosed with cancer. How is paraneoplastic syndrome treated?
Treatment is based on treating the underlying cancer and providing pain relief for your dog if possible. How is paraneoplastic syndrome prevented?
There is no prevention for paraneoplastic syndrome. Can I get paraneoplastic syndrome from my dog?
No, you cannot contract paraneoplastic syndrome from your dog. |
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