Diabetes Food Allergy

Question 1

What % does Food Allergy account for in allergic responses?

Answer 1

10-49%

Question 2

What are clinical signs of Food Allergies in Dogs?

Answer 2

• intense pruritus
• alopecia
• lichenification, hyperpigmentation
• blepharitis
• urticaria
• chronic otitis externa
• peri-ocular dermatitis
• vomiting
• diarrhea

Question 3

What are clinical signs of Food Allergies in Cats?

Answer 3

• intense pruritus
• alopecia
• miliary dermatitis
• ulcerative dermatitis
• vomiting
• diarrhea

Question 4

How long is a food elimination trial?

Answer 4

60-90 days

Question 5

What is Diabetes Mellitus?

Answer 5

• disorder of carbs, fats and protein metabolism caused by an absolute or relative insuline deficency
• Type 1: Insulin Dependent DM-very low or absent insulin
• Type 2: Non insulin dependent-inadequate or delayed insulin secretion

Question 6

What type of animals does Diabetes Mellitus affect?

Answer 6

• older
• obese
• top 3 disease in older cats

Question 7

What are clinical signs of Diabetes Mellitus?

Answer 7

• polyuria
• polydipsia
• polyphagia
• weight loss
• cataracts (dogs)
• plantigrade stance (cats)

Question 8

How is Diabetes Mellitus diagnosed?

Answer 8

• chemistry screen (hyperglycemia)
• urinalysis (glycosuria)

Question 9

What are treatment options for Diabetes Mellitus?

Answer 9

–insulin

• oral hypoglycemic drugs
• dietary management
• frequent meals

Question 10

What are the dietary goals for Diabetes Mellitus?

Answer 10

• stabilize blood glucose levels
• minimize postprandial hyperglycemia
• prevent hypoglycemia
• prevent or delay long term effects of the disease
• achieve and maintain an idea body condition