Denosyl SD4, Liver Disease And My Pet

The liver is vital to your pet's health. It is the main filtering and clearing house of the body. All blood supply travels through the liver to be detoxified. When functioning properly, it performs crucial processes like the regulation of blood sugar, the production of bile for digestion and the regulation of blood clotting. The liver also works as a filter to remove toxic substances, as well as helping to absorb fats and certain vitamins.

An overload of toxins can cause the liver to fail. Some pets are genetically prone to liver failure, while a lack of food can cause liver malfunction in certain animals, particularly cats. Bacterial or viral infections of the liver can also cause this vital organ to stop working. There are many causes of liver disease- such as genetics, copper storage diseases, drug induce diseases, poisons, pancreatitis, cushing’s disease, malnutrition, parasites, environmental stresses, cancer, trauma, and infectious diseases (bacterial, viral, fungal), just to name a few.

When the liver fails, both dogs and cats experience similar symptoms :

• Vomiting
• Loss of appetite
• Weight loss
• Soft and/or gray stools
• Weakness and lethargy

Often times these symptoms are similar to other conditions and the liver remains untreated until it becomes evident that the animal is experiencing advanced liver disease.

As the disease worsens, toxins begin to build up in the body and the signs of liver failure become more evident :

• Jaundice
• Convulsions
• Confusion
• Swollen abdomen from fluid accumulation

While advanced liver disease can be treated effectively, it is always best to identify the signs and begin treatment early. Do your pet a favor - if the above symptoms persist for several days, take your companion to your veterinarian. When diagnosed early, treatment of liver disease can be worthwhile. The liver is remarkable in its ability to regenerate itself and so many animals go on to live normal, healthy lives after experiencing liver failure. Diagnosis includes blood tests, X-rays and ultrasounds.

Denosyl SD4 For Dogs And Cats :

When liver function is compromised, the exact cause can often be difficult to determine. Supporting the liver, regardless of the cause, is essential if function is to be improved. Denosyl SD4 has been shown to markedly increase liver glutathione levels in dogs and cats. However, Denosyl’s activities go far beyond just increasing glutathione levels. It has also been shown to protect liver cells from cell death and may help cell repair and healing.

About half of dogs and cats with liver problems have a low hepatic glutathione level. Glutathione is a potent antioxidant that protects hepatic cells from toxins and death. Denosyl SD4 has been shown to increase these hepatic glutathione levels.

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