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Pyometra in Dogs: A Potentially Fatal Uterine Infection

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– Pyometra: An infection inside the uterus of an unneutered female dog
– Unneutered female dogs over six years old are especially susceptible to pyometra
– Pyometra can lead to sepsis, kidney failure, peritonitis, and death
– There are two types of pyometra: open and closed
– Open pyometra is characterized by visible blood and pus from the dog’s vulva
– Closed pyometra is particularly dangerous as it can cause the womb to burst
– Neutered dogs can also develop a rare type of pyometra called stump pyometra
– Pyometra is a serious infection of the uterus
– It can lead to complications such as kidney failure, toxaemia, dehydration, and death
– Mostly affects older, un-spayed female dogs, but can occur in any un-spayed female dog
– Caused by a bacterial infection, commonly E. coli, which often occurs after a female dog’s season
– Symptoms include loss of appetite, lethargy, excessive thirst, and sometimes vaginal discharge
– Diagnosis is done through questioning, abdominal examination, and possibly ultrasound
– Urgent surgery to remove the infected womb is the usual treatment
– Earlier surgery increases the chances of survival
– Preventative spaying can help prevent pyometra
– Most spayed dogs will not get pyometra, but there is a rare condition called uterine stump pyometra.

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Fishing Techniques: Exploring the Art of Catching FSH

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List of Pertinent Information for Keyword ‘fsh’:

1. High FSH levels in women may indicate primary ovarian insufficiency, polycystic ovary syndrome, menopause or perimenopause, an ovarian tumor, or Turner syndrome.
2. Low FSH levels in women may indicate insufficient egg production, pituitary gland dysfunction, hypothalamus problems, or being underweight.
3. High FSH levels in men may indicate testicular damage from chemotherapy, radiation, infection, or alcohol abuse, or Klinefelter syndrome.
4. Low FSH levels in men may indicate a disorder of the pituitary gland or hypothalamus.
5. High FSH levels in children along with high levels of luteinizing hormone may indicate the onset of puberty and could be a sign of a central nervous system disorder or brain injury.
6. Low FSH and luteinizing hormone levels in children may indicate delayed puberty, which can be caused by various factors such as ovarian or testicular disorders, Turner syndrome, Klinefelter syndrome, infection, hormone deficiency, or an eating disorder.
7. The FSH test is used to determine if there is an imbalance in FSH levels and can help determine the cause of issues related to the pituitary gland or ovaries/testicles.
8. The FSH test may be done alongside a test for luteinizing hormone (LH), another pituitary hormone.
9. Test results can vary depending on age, gender, and health history.
10. Normal FSH levels for men are 1.4 to 15.4 mIU/mL.
11. Normal FSH levels for women depend on the menstrual cycle phase.
12. The FSH test is done with a blood sample taken from a vein in the arm or hand.
13. Risks of the FSH test include bleeding, infection, bruising, and feeling lightheaded.
14. Being pregnant or taking birth control pills may affect the results of an FSH test.
15. Certain medicines can also impact the test results, so individuals should inform their healthcare provider about all medications, herbs, vitamins, and supplements they are taking.
16. No specific facts, stats, or figures are provided in the article.

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Salpingectomy: A Guide to Tubal Removal Surgery

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– Salpingectomy is the surgical removal of one or both of a woman’s fallopian tubes.
– It is performed to treat conditions such as fallopian tube cancer, ovarian cancer, ectopic pregnancy, endometriosis, blocked fallopian tubes, and infected fallopian tubes.
– Before the surgery, patients meet with the surgeon and anesthesiologist to discuss the operation.
– Patients may need to avoid eating and drinking for a few hours before the surgery.
– The procedure can be performed under general anesthesia, with a cut in the abdomen to remove the fallopian tubes, or using laparoscopy.
– After the procedure, patients may need to stay in the hospital for a few days to recover.
– The recovery may require a few days of hospital stay.
– Salpingectomy may be part of fertility treatment for blocked fallopian tubes with fluid build-up.
– It can also be performed as a form of permanent contraception or to reduce the risk of ovarian cancer.
– The article mentions that recovery is usually faster with keyhole surgery compared to laparotomy.
– No specific facts, figures, or statistics are provided in the article.

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Infertility: Understanding the Science, Causes, and Treatment

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– Infertility is defined as not being able to get pregnant after one year (or longer) of unprotected sex.
– Infertility can be frustrating and unexpected for couples hoping to become parents.
– Many couples who struggle with infertility end up having children, sometimes with medical help.
– Fertility in women declines with age, so providers may evaluate and treat women aged 35 years or older after 6 months of unprotected sex.
– Couples unable to conceive should consider making an appointment with a reproductive endocrinologist, a doctor specializing in managing infertility.
– Reproductive endocrinologists may also help women with recurrent pregnancy loss, defined as having two or more spontaneous miscarriages.

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