Pyloric Stenosis in Dogs and Cats

Pyloric Stenosis

This is the narrowing of the Pyloric canal due to an overgrowth of muscles in that area. This area of the stomach connects with the first part of the small intestine.

Symptoms

Loss of appetite
Weight loss
Vomiting

Causes

The exact cause is unknown but is believed to be either congenital or developed throughout their life. Other factors that may contribute are;

Tumours
Chronic stress
Gastritis
Stomach ulcers
Increase in gastrin levels.

Treatments

Depends on the severity of the problem. Surgery is the most commonly employed method.

This condition is common in the following Dogs & Cats

Group: Toy

Pekingese

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Pyloric Stenosis in Dogs and Cats