The Vet Said My Shih Tzu's Adrenal Glands Seemed A Little Swollen. Is There Something I Can Give Him That Will Help?

The vet didn't seem to be worried, but my dog is very lethargic and yelp a little when you pick him up. He shakes sometimes but seems to eat fine, drink fine and go to the bathroom fine. I am afraid he might have some kind of disease and he is only three years weak.


Answer:
How much shaking?

I don't want to second guess a trained professional (your vet).  You may want to ask him about Cushing's disease, and how he can be sure the dog doesn't have it.

Cushing's disease is an endocrinal disease -- a disorder of the adrenal glands.  It's very unusual surrounded by young dogs, but not impossible.  Typically Cushing's is caused by a tumour on the adrenal glands (or the pituitary).  Lethargy and seizures are among the rash symptoms.

Virtually all dogs with Cushings are relatively elderly, drink and pass profoundly of water, and have elevated blood pressure.

Read more about Cushing's disease within dogs.

An adrenal gland disorder that is more likely to strike young dogs is Addison's disease.  This manifest with heart irregularities and appetite loss, among a longer list of symptoms.

My guess is that your dog doesn't have Cushing's or Addison's.  You might enjoy to discuss at greater length with your vet the symptoms she does have, and what else could be causing them.

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