There are two times each year when I see an uptick in the occurrence of SARD. The first is in the fall, especially around Thanksgiving. The second is in the spring, often around Valentines day. During these times, the adrenal gland typically experiences an increase in activity. Why? In the autumn the adrenal gland helps…
DetailsOur best understanding of Sudden Acquired Retinal Degeneration SARD dogs develop elevated levels of sex-hormones including estrogen. Excessive estrogen increases the rate of calcium entering nerve and retinal cells. Excessive calcium is a known seizure trigger and likely initiates a seizure in the retina (sudden vision loss). Death of retinal cells occurs in the weeks and…
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