SARDS – Sudden Acquired Retinal Degeneration Syndrome, appears to be an auto-immune disease that leads to blindness. It stems from a hormonal antibody imbalance that allows a deregulated immune system to lose its protective functions, thus allowing the system to also lose recognition of its own tissue and turn against the body which causes tissue destruction.
This occurs, due to either a deficiency in cortisol, or the production of a defective cortisol. When this happens, excess sex hormones are produced by the inner layer of the adrenal cortex. I personally believe that the offending hormone is total estrogen. The other sex hormone called androgen, can be transformed into more estrogen, due to an enzyme in the fatty tissue called Aromatase. This has been documented in humans but not with animals. More studies are currently being done.
Pet Health
Disease, especially catastrophic disease, has us all mesmerized. This also includes the medical establishment, who does not have a clue about the causes of disease and is intent on treating the clinical signs or effects. Treating the cause makes more sense as it will eliminate the effects. Hopefully, one day, treating the cause will be the norm but for now, the medical establishment is obsessed with treating the symptoms and effects.
Why is this?
Hormone and Immune Health, and it’s importance to Pet Health
Throughout our exploration of the components of whole and complete animal health, we have repeatedly mentioned the importance of hormone-immune balance in obtaining and maintaining our best overall health. This article will cover this subject in more detail and offer a better understanding of this very important component of whole and complete animal health.
One of the most important yet least understood components of Whole and Complete Animal Health is Endocrine – Hormone and Immune Health
Hello Everyone,
I hope you are off to a Great Start with the New Year.
I want to pause for a second and evaluate what we have covered so far AND Will cover in the near future in regards to our very important examination of the components of “Whole and Complete Animal Health”
Along with Dr Alfred Plechner D.V.M., the Healthy Pet Network’s main focus is providing valuable information regarding your pets health and longevity. This is a definitive work on the subject matter, based on years of clinical research by the Good Doctor, and our years of experience, with the hope you find it of great value.
Pet Health
Ticks are eight-legged parasites, similar to spiders and mites, that require blood meals to complete their life cycles. They prefer wooded locations and are most active during the warmer months, which is likely when your dog spends the most time outdoors. But what makes ticks so dangerous with pet health and to our canine companions?
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