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Alternative Treatments For Canine Bladder Cancer

By Tess Thompson

A large number of companion dogs live inside the house and are trained to urinate out in the open. When such dogs start urinating or dribbling in the house, it is time for owners to visit the veterinarian for a thorough check up of the urinary tract for any signs of bacterial infection. Canine and feline urinary incontinence is the most significant symptom of a urinary tract infection.

Incontinence, however, must be differentiated from frequent urination. It is this differentiation that often helps to differentiate a bacterial infection from serious conditions like bladder stones or cancer. Frequent urination is not involuntary and the dog is aware of it. There is just a strong uncontrollable urge to urinate caused by canine or feline urinary infection. Incontinence is involuntary urination and is caused by a blockage in the passage that causes accumulated urine to put back pressure resulting in leakage.

Blockage in the urinary passage may be caused by migratory bladder stones that obstruct free flow of urine or may be due to a cancerous growth. Cancer is a malignant growth caused by abnormal and uncontrolled cell division that forms a mass (tumor) of unwanted cells that perform no function. A tumor in the bladder may increase in size and block the passage. Bladder cancer in dogs is mostly malignant, invasive and difficult to operate. Medication involves toxic drugs that have serious side effects.

Diagnosis of Urinary Tract Infection

It is indeed an unlucky dog who is diagnosed with malignant growth in the bladder since the conventional treatment options are so limited and relatively ineffective. Dog owners can only hope to prolong survival time with medication.

Alternative Treatments For Bladder Cancer

Alternative medicine can help in improving the quality of life by providing significant relief from symptoms. Some herbs that can provide symptomatic treatment and help in slowing the growth of cancer and boosting the immune system include:

Astragalus – Chemotherapy and radiation used for treatment of bladder cancer often compromise the patient’s immune system. Astralalus is a recommended herb that helps to restore immune functioning and may prevent spread of the tumor.

Mistletoe – This herb has long been used for its anti-cancer properties and proves to be a good supportive treatment.

Withania somnifera (Ashwagandha) -This Ayurvedic herb is highly recommended for improving general health. Regular use of Ashwagandha also increases hemoglobin levels. Its anti cancer, anti-inflammatory and calming properties can help in providing the dog with a better quality of life.

Milk Thistle – Milk thistle is an ancient herb that has been subjected to numerous clinical trials. It can be used to counter the toxic side effects of conventional drugs. Its ingredients are strong antioxidants that can block the entry of toxins in the liver.

In addition to the above herbs, the following herbs need to be mentioned as they can also play an important role in preventing and treating urinary tract infection in dogs along with managing bladder cancer.

  • Echinacea purpurea
  • Bladderack
  • Buchu
  • Dandelion
  • Golden Seal

Even though bladder cancer is not completely curable, effective management of the disease can go a long way in enabling the unlucky animal to lead a comfortable life.

 

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Always take veterinary advice if you are in any doubt about your dog’s well-being.

References:

http://www.herbal-treatments.com/dog_cancer_bladder.html

http://www.herbal-treatments.com/king.html

http://www.herbal-dogkeeping.com/dog_cancer_bladder.html

http://www.dog-health-guide.org/bladdercancerfordog.html

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Liver Cancer in Dogs

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Liver Cancer in Dogs and the Symptoms

One of the basic characteristics of the liver is its functional reserve power to continue performing despite being affected by liver disease.

Like other liver diseases in dogs , liver cancer too is usually diagnosed well after the disease has taken it roots and progressed to dangerous levels. Diagnosing liver disease , including liver cancer in dogs requires a comprehensive approach.

Liver, being closely associated with other organs in the body, demonstrates symptoms that mimic diseases of organs. Moreover, symptoms of liver disease in dogs are subtle and vary as the disease progresses.

Primary liver cancer (commonly hepatocellular carcinoma) is less usual than secondary cancer (metastatic) that originates from elsewhere in the body. Liver has a dual blood supply – one through the portal vein and the other through the hepatic artery.

While the liver needs this extra supply to perform its multiple functions, it also means that it is exposed to a greater risk of cancer cells that can reach it from distant organs that have spread in the blood stream.

Liver disease in dogs can occur at any age. In younger dogs and puppies there is a greater possibility of liver shunt, toxicity and viral diseases. In older dogs, inflammation and cancer is more likely than other conditions. Even though liver cancer does not show specific symptoms, severity of the following symptoms requires further investigation to rule out prevalence of malignancy:

  • The most common symptom is poor or loss of appetite. Anorexia (poor appetite) often leads to a weight loss and improper metabolism of fats, carbohydrates and proteins further complicates an already complex situation. Poor appetite also causes anemia. Anemia can also be caused by disease in liver cells.
  • Increase in urination accompanied by excessive drinking of water is usually confused as being related to other diseases like diabetes and kidney diseases but is one of the important indications of prevalence of liver cancer.
  • A tumor prevents the secretion of normal bilary pigments into the intestines. This leads to light colored feces.
  • Coagulation of blood is one of the important functions of the liver. Liver cancer can inhibit this function and cause bleeding problems.
  • If the tumor is big enough, it can be felt by probing the region from outside. A distended stomach and abdominal pain also indicate liver cancer.
  • In severe conditions, liver cancer leads to jaundice. If the mucous membranes are yellowish or the dog is passing orange colored urine, it is a sure signal of jaundice and should be taken for examination to rule out cancer.

The liver is crucial to breaking down toxins. If the liver has primary or secondary cancer, the malignancy restricts its detoxification processes letting out toxicity in the blood stream. When this toxicity reaches the brain it may cause behavioral changes related to the nervous system, such as seizures, circling and tilting of the head. Watch out for these symptoms of liver cancer  especially after meals.

It may be difficult to spot the symptoms of liver cancer in dogs but  early detection means that half the battle is won. The liver cells can regenerate to a great degree if they are provided with high quality supportive diet. Increasing the survival time may not be possible but you can at least provide comfort and a good quality of life to your pet.

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