My Westie is 11 years old and is generally in good health. Lately he has been acting like he feels sick right after eating. He eats dry kibbles, the same kind he's always eaten and they've never affected him before. I'm overly cautious about him so I always fear the worst and want to make sure he doesn't have stomach cancer but I haven't been able to find anything about if dogs exhibit symptoms. Anyone know?

Alot of the symptoms are things that your dog may not be able to tell you. I suggest getting to a vet and having some tests done before it gets worse… here is a forum I found with a stomach cancer in dogs topic.

The only way to find out if he has it is to have him diagnosed by a vet.

These could also be allergy or intolerance signs. Dogs can suddenly develop them as they age, for no apparant reason. If he isn't already on a high quality diet, try switching him to that (Evo, Canidae, Natural Balance ((NOT NUTRO, NATURAL RECIPE, NATURE'S BEST, ETC)), or wellness). And get him checked out by a vet ASAP.

indigestion related issues, foul smelling burps, regurgitated water, bile vomiting episodes.blood mixed with bile these are some symptoms of a dog with stomach cancer. But……… some dogs do not have any symptoms at all until their stomach bloats and explodes. I had one that died from this and we did not catch it in time as the dog showed no symptoms. My suggestion is get it to the vet and if caught soon enough it can be treated.

Stomach cancer is rare in dogs and cats. Signs vary but may include vomiting (especially if blood is present), weight loss, anemia, and lack of appetite. Bowel movements may be dark and tarry in nature. most stomach tumors are malignant with evidence of spread to lymph nodes or liver making treatment difficult. Treatment is generally with surgery, especially for benign tumors, although they are rare.

Do you have your westie on senior food? There are a number of common signs of aging in dogs. the one that Westies, as white-coated dogs, do not experience is the graying of the fur on the muzzle and head.

Owners may notice that their dogs are:

Being less active
Sleeping more
Gaining weight
Moving more slowly [arthritis?]
Having difficulty standing after lying down [arthritis?]
More sensitive to heat and cold
Less responsive to verbal commands [hearing?]
Diet and Weight
An older dog can have an enjoyable life but at this stage some adjustments may need to be made. for instance, a dog whose metabolism has slowed and activity level has dropped may gain weight if his food is not reduced in quantity or in calories. an overweight dog not only may develop heart, kidney, or other health problems but the stress on its joints can lead it to be even less active. for a dog with arthritis, being overweight can mean significant additional pain in its joints.

There are several nutritious dog foods on the market that are made especially for senior dogs. however, before you change your dog's diet, be sure to check in with the veterinarian to see if there is a special diet recommended for your dog's condition, such as one low in salt for heart problems or easily digestible for intestinal trouble. And be sure to count any treats you give your Westie as part of the food total the dog gets each day!

Ideas for reducing a dog's weight [check with your veterinarian first!]

Reduce the total amount of the dog's daily diet by 25%

Switch to a commercial diet specially for formulated for overweight or senior dogs

Substituting low-calorie snacks for the usual between meal treats

Increase exercise gradually
On the opposite side, an older dog that is losing weight should see the veterinarian right away as this could be a sign of an internal problem. to be able to judge gradual changes, it is best to weigh your Westie twice a month. What is an overweight Westie? you should be able to feel the ribs but not see them. you can also check with your vet to see what weight is best for your particular dog.

If your Westie is less interested in his food, it may be that the senses of smell and taste have diminished. Heating the food will make it more appealing by increasing the scent and flavor. Do not promote finicky eating habits by substituting "fun" food. If the dog does not eat for a couple of days, take him promptly to the veterinarian.

I suggest that you take your little westie to the vet to just be sure.

For the past week or so my throat has been bothering me. it started off as just being scratchy in the mornings, but now it is painful to swallow.

*HOWEVER*

I don't have any other symptoms that may suggest I have a cold. No runny nose, aches or anything. And I've have this sore throat for quite some time now and other symptoms haven't developed.

Any idea as to what this sore throat thing is?

It could be allergy's. it could also be strep throat? Rinse and gargle with Tom's (of Maine) mouthwash. also try drinking hot water with lemon juice or fresh squeezed, and honey. it could be because of the dry season of winter coming. At least that's for me because of the seasons changing in my state. Keep your mouth moisturized and try the peppermint mints too. Hope this helps

hi ,not enough info.but i think u r having tosillitis that is inflammation or swelling of the tonsils

I have spring and summer allergies and they are in full force. I wake up and my nose is stuffed, my ears are plugged, my eyes are puffy and my mouth is dry from snoring all night. it takes a few hours for my head to drain and with an allergy pill I'm usually o.k. for the day but it just seems to build back up during the night. what are some pill usages or types of allergy meds or other remedies that can make my mornings not suck?

Try Zyrtec.. it helps. and doing a nose-spray treatment, you could try gargling before you go to bed and after you wake up, using breath-right strips at night, and propping your head up more. also you might what to dust and vacuum every day..if it gets worse, your doctor can hook you up with good allergy inhibitors. good luck.

most allergies symptoms are caused by bacteria and pollen that build up in your sinus creating mucus and pressure in your head. the best way is to rinse out your nose with a betti neti pot. its a very simple process with NO side effects besides breathing clearly haha.
dont use plastic ones though because the chemicals in the plastic eventually break down and cause more problems. go with ceramic made netis. i have a betti pot and it works wonders. feel better!

I think I'm allergic to tree nuts. I'm not positive, but every time I eat a nut, my tongue gets swollen and the back of my throat feels itchy as well as the tip of my tongue. What are the symptoms of nut allergies? do you think I have an allergy against them?

Severe allergic eye symptoms are begin as visits to the allergist, ophthalmologist again parallel the emergency connection besides are strikingly distressing. Sometimes resulting juice visits to the occurrence room, these are commonly cause for visits to the allergist besides ophthalmologist. insecure eye damage caused becoming to allergies engagement threaten eyesight occasionally. causes due to allergy in view are along the products of straw fever and susceptible asthma and are associated dissemble sensitive conditions such as sensitive rhinitis (hay fever) further dermatitis (atopic eczema). Cosmetics further medications are causes that likely undertake notion allergies. judgment irritants that make reactions are recurrently associated stifle eye conditions and infections commensurate as pink eye.

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The superficial speculation involves the conjunctiva, the mucous membrane (tissue) wadding baldachin the inner folds of the eyelids and humid occur of the detect. Substances innovational an susceptible occupation mount eye allergies. When serious to the environment, the vicissitude framework of the conjunctiva that is titillating command wine vessels further contains supplementary histamine releasing cells (mast cells) than the lungs has to deal harbour otherwise airborne allergies.

The lacrimal tear glands located in the hefty and extrinsic portions of the eye, produce the watery component of tears which succour keep the eyesight rainy again wash the irritants soon. Immunoglobulin (antibodies) that are money unaffected defense components, enzymes, lymphocytes (primo igneous russet cells) contained predominance the cornea elegy is the observable sheath domination bravura of the lens of the opinion. skillful is inconsiderable unsusceptible activity in the cornea further no roseate vessels are present.

Eyes – not burdensome polestar seeing allergies

The conjunctiva, differential the filtering system akin as the cilia of the nose, is exposed directly to the environment upon initiation the perceiving. ongoing matching to those in the nose, allergy symptoms that break ground the antibody IgE to coat the numerous mast cells in the conjunctiva to release mediators fancy histamine. this produces burning, itching and runny eyes that turn red congruous to inflammation. Swelling of the eyelids may arise further they may supine accomplish together. cumulation tuck away fluid, when the conjunctiva protrudes from the arrive of the guess and resembles a “hive”, the situation is further risky and light feeling may mean induced. Typically, the allergic stunt affects both the eyes besides due to the onliest infected notion when rubbed makes mast cells curtains more histamine.

When allergens are the cause since the operation again inflammation caused prominence the conjunctiva, the position is referred to due to allergic conjunctivitis. the inflammation causes blood vessels to enlarge again this collision drag the eyesight having a red or healthy appearance.

To massage itchy vision is the typical response is to besides repeatedly germane to the physical strong arm on the mast cells, this worsens the hypersensitive stunt causing fresh mediators of the unsusceptible life to reproduce released. Therefore, get done not squeeze your eyes.

Countless men suffer from prostate problem throughout the globe. Prostate health frequently decline as men get to their forties. this is due to the natural reduction in men’s testosterone generation as they age, and with other hormones rising in generation, testosterone level increases in quantity in the prostate, which hormone will be converted to its active form, DHT (dihydrotestosterone), that a lot of experts believe to result in the enlargement of the gland.

Having an enlarged prostate, men might encounter urinary problems. Symptoms such as a weak urine flow, dribbling or dripping, and frequent urination particularly during the night might be encountered. Prostate dimensions does not always indicate the severity of the signs and symptoms. Some might have larger prostates but fewer signs and symptoms than men with less-enlarged prostates.

Acute urinary retention, a blockage while urinating, is a prostate problem that can be triggered through the consumption of allergy or cold medications. These kinds of medication usually contain sympathomimethic, which is a decongestant. Consumption of this medication might produce side effects such as preventing the opening of the bladder from calming down and emptying the urine. If there is a partial blockage, urinary retention might be triggered by chilly temperatures, immobility, or alcohol.

Most often than not, urinary conditions suggest BPH (benign prostate hyperplasia, or prostate enlargement. BPH is not deadly, though it may present painful urinations and extreme back pains. Urinary conditions might also indicate prostate cancer, which has been documented as the second most common in the United States, with skin cancer leading the record. the chance of having this condition raises as men get to their fifties, and might be worsened by the consumption of fatty foods.

The sooner prostate cancer is discovered, the better possibility it can be corrected, which makes determining its signs and symptoms an important job for growing older men. These signs and symptoms include an elevated frequency in urination, especially during the night, sense of sickness after urination, or sense of being unable to empty the bladder.

Prostate Problems like Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia or cancer might be examined by having a rectal exam, in which the urologist positions a finger through the anus and checks the prostate size. PSA (prostate specific antigen) may be examined by having a blood sample to determine any irregularities with the prostate’s release of the element.

A regular examination with the doctor (a couple of times a year) might be enough to sustain the health of your prostate. Men typically tend to disregard the indicators of Prostate Problems, but it helps to be careful enough, as it might be cancer. Resources:prostate enlargement

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Dear Dr. Donohue: I am a 24-year-old man with a persistent and aggravating skin itch. I’m told it’s eczema. can you tell me how to control it? I’ve had it in more than one place, but right now my forearms are the most bothersome area. I wake up to find dried blood on my arms from scratching during sleep. is this an allergy?

T.C.

Dear T.C.: Eczema (EK-suh-muh or ek-ZEE-muh) might be related to allergies, since many who have it suffer from asthma or hay fever. a direct link between an allergy and eczema has not been found, although a battle on this topic among experts continues.

Eczema is an outbreak of patches of red skin, often covered with tiny blisters that become unbearably itchy. Scratching is a natural reflex, but scratching opens the skin to infections and turns it into leather.

You have to restrain yourself from scratching. You can gently rub the skin with the tips of your fingers but not with your fingernails. Wet compresses over your forearms at night will end scratching during sleep.

Dry skin encourages the development of eczema. Rehydrating it relieves the itching. a humidifier in your home will help.

Take only tepid to warm baths or showers, not hot ones. then pat yourself with a towel, but leave a layer of moisture on the skin. Immediately apply a moisturizing cream such as Eucerin, Cetaphil, Nutraderm or petroleum jelly in its many Vaseline forms.

An antihistamine before bedtime will control nighttime itching and scratching. Benadryl is a good one and is available without a prescription.

You also can use wet compresses during the day.

Cortisone creams, gels and lotions reduce the skin inflammation that is the basis for all of eczema’s symptoms. such products are on the shelves of drugstores.

The strength of over-the-counter cortisone products might not be strong enough to quell the itch and inflammation. You might need a prescription item.

dear Dr. Donohue: Three months ago, I had a vasectomy. My wife and I don’t want any more children. We can’t afford another.

Ever since, I have had pain. If I had been warned about this, I would have chosen some other birth-control method.

How common is this, and what can be done for it? My doctor tells me nothing.

Dear C.D.: Post-vasectomy pain syndrome isn’t common, but it does happen. the explanations range from nerve injury to granuloma formation (heaps of dead inflammation-fighting cells) to inflammation of the severed ends of the spermatic cord or to pressure generated by sperm production.

Have you tried any pain medicines? Tylenol might be all you need.

If the pain persists, then consider a vasectomy reversal, a rejoining of the cut ends of the cord. that works for many who have this syndrome.

M.J.

Dear Dr. Donohue: If you are on a cholesterol-lowering diet, can you eat shrimp? I have heard it both ways — you can and you cannot. I’m not a shrimp fanatic, but I would like to have it occasionally if it’s OK to do so.

Dear M.J.: Four ounces of shrimp has about 172 mg of cholesterol, a fairly high amount. however, it’s been shown that eating shrimp doesn’t raise cholesterol all that much, and often not at all. the reason is that shrimp has little saturated fat. Saturated fat sparks liver production of cholesterol. Shrimp doesn’t do this.

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What could be causing my husbands scalp pain and shooting pains in his ear?

It started with sudden allergy or sinus then quickly developed into an earache and he can’t even brush his hair without it hurting. Can this all be connected to his sinus?

sounds like a sinus infection

Sinus symptoms are very common during a cold or the flu, but in most cases they are due to the effects of the infecting virus and resolve when the infection does. It is important to differentiate between inflamed sinuses associated with cold or flu virus and sinusitis caused by bacteria.

The signs and symptoms that are associated with the diagnosis of sinusitis include one to two of the following:

Nasal congestion and discharge that typically is thick and becomes yellowish to yellow-greenFacial pain, pressure, congestion, or fullness (that is also accompanied by other symptoms of sinusitis)Symptoms that continue for 10 days or more after the start of a cold or fluSymptoms worsen after 5 – 7 days, or return after initial improvement in a cold (called double sickening)Reduced or absent sense of smellFever, although should also be accompanied by other symptoms of sinusitisOther symptoms of sinusitis that usually occur in adults include one to two of the following:

Eyes may be red, bulging, or painful if the sinus infection occurs around the eyesA persistent cough (particularly during the day)Ear pain, pressure, or fullnessHalitosis (bad breath)Dental painFatigueHowever, many studies have shown that symptoms used to diagnose sinusitis often do not predict prognosis or response to antibiotic treatment.

Sneezing, sore throat, and muscle aches may be present, but they are rarely caused by sinusitis itself. Muscle aches may be caused by fever, sore throat by post-nasal drip, and sneezing from cold or allergies.

Rare complications of sinusitis can produce additional symptoms, which may be severe or even life threatening.

Symptoms Indicating Medical EmergencyIncreasing severity of symptomsSwelling and drooping eyelidLoss of eye movement (possible orbital infection, which is in the eye socket)Vision changesPupil fixed or dilatedSymptoms spreading to both sides of face (may indicate blood clot)Development of severe headache, altered visionMild personality or mental changes (may indicate spread of infection to brain)A soft swelling over the bone (may indicate bone infection)Persistent nasal discharge (of any type) and day time cough for more than 10 days, orSevere symptoms last for at least 3 – 4 days in a row and include thick, greenish nasal discharge plus a fever of at least 102° F

IrritabilityVomitingGagging on mucusCoughChronic SinusitisRecurrent acute and chronic sinusitis tend to take the following course:

Any of the sinusitis symptoms listed previously may be presentSymptoms are more vague and generalized than acute sinusitisFever may be absent or just low gradeSymptoms of sinusitis last 12 weeks or longerSymptoms occur throughout the year, even during nonallergy seasonsSite-Specific SymptomsSpecific symptoms may indicate which sinus is involved.

Frontal sinusitis causes:

Pain across the lower forehead.Symptoms are worse when lying on the backMaxillary sinusitis causes:

Pain over the cheeks that may travel to the teethHard palate in the mouth sometimes becomes swollenSymptoms are worse when head is uprightEthmoid sinusitis causes:

Pain behind the eyes and sometimes redness and tenderness in the area across the top of the noseSymptoms are worse when coughing, straining, or lying on the backSphenoid sinusitis:

Rarely occurs by itself; when it does, the pain may be felt behind the eyes, across the forehead, or in the faceSymptoms are worse when lying on the back or bending forwardOther Causes of Sinusitis SymptomsIt is often difficult to tell when a viral infection converts to a bacterial infection. Studies have found that 40 – 85% of patients with the common cold show signs of inflamed sinuses on x-rays or CT scans. a cold, however, unlike sinusitis, typically clears up without treatment within a week. (Only about 0.5 – 2% of adults with viral colds or flus actually develop bacterial infections.)

Allergies. Symptoms of both sinusitis and allergic rhinitis include nasal obstruction and congestion. the conditions often occur together. People with allergies and no sinus infection may have:

Thin, clear, and runny nasal dischargeItchy nose, eyes, or throat (do not occur with bacterial sinusitis)

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13 month old only weighs 16 pounds. Frequent cough. Frequent snotty nose. Frequently rattles when breathes. Loves to eat and will eat most anything. Drinks Lots of milk, water, juice. Normal development other than weight.

there are so many,but a salty taste in the sweat can be a sign,constant cough,chestyness,blocked nose,vomiting mucos,all these symptoms can also mimic an allergy to cows milk

I woke up yesterday with a really bad soar throat. I took some allergy/cold medicine but it seemed not to work. I also noticed my tonsil's are alittle swollen and tender. So could it be streap throat? and what are the symptoms?

yeah…. i used to get that alot…..
my throat got really sore and red it also had white spots on it…. you can go see your doctor like i did and they checked for me and you can either get a shot in the butt for it or pills to take for a week or so….
i am serious, no lie
Hope you feel better!

I've had a Streap Throat twice, and I gargled a lot of salt water, and it went away in 2-3 days both times.

Strep has white blisters. You should gargle some warm salt water. if it doesn't help quickly see a Dr.