Jason W. asked

🐕  Dog Health

Maddy, an 11.5-year-old lab mix, has an increased ionized calcium level, increased water consumption, and weight loss of 4 lbs. She was given steroids to decrease calcium levels, but tests for Cushing's disease came back negative, and x-rays are good. What could be causing these symptoms, and what further tests should be considered?

August 4th, 2023

Olivia H. answered

The increased ionized calcium level in Maddy could be indicative of a condition affecting her parath...

August 4th, 2023

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