Irish Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Morbus Addison · Addison's Disease · Hypoadrenokortizismus · Nebennierenrindeninsuffizienz · Canine Hypoadrenocorticism · Primary Hypoadrenocorticism
Addison's disease is a hormonal disorder where the outer layer of the adrenal glands, known as the adrenal cortex, fails to produce enough essential hormones like cortisol and aldosterone. Cortisol helps the dog's body manage stress and metabolism, while aldosterone regulates the balance of water and vital minerals. Without these hormones, the body cannot properly control its internal fluid levels or respond to daily physical stress.
Symptoms typically appear in young to middle-aged dogs and often develop gradually, presenting as vomiting, diarrhea, weight loss, extreme lethargy, and tremors. In some cases, the condition can lead to a sudden, life-threatening collapse known as an Addisonian crisis.
Although the condition is incurable and requires lifelong hormone replacement therapy and regular blood monitoring, it is highly manageable. Lifetime treatment and monitoring costs generally range from 3,000 to 12,000 EUR.
Estimated range of typical treatment cost. Actual cost depends on severity, clinic and region.
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