Polycystic Kidney Disease in Dogs and Cats

This is when the tissue of the kidneys are displaced by multiple cysts. A cyst is a closed sac that could be filled with air, fluid or semi-solid material.

Symptoms

Increased thirst
Increased urination
Nausea
Lethargy
Weight lost
Blood in urine

Causes

It is hereditary, this means it is inherited from the parents.

Treatments

There is no cure, however the disease can be managed.

This condition is common in the following Dogs & Cats

Persian

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