Re: Coolidge...
Excess production of the associated hormones, usually estradiol, progesterone, & 17-OH can cause the same sorts of liver damage that the excess cortisol will do. I almost sure that skin & coat issues are a common problem, too.
I'm not doubting your vet's word, but I think there may be a misinterpretation of what Dr. Oliver has said, this is why it's important to get a copy of that treatment recommendation sheet. The following link is the treatment recommendation straight from the UTK website, it might be good to review. I would also suggest you take a look at the enclosed link for Dr. O's article on steroid profiles.
http://www.vet.utk.edu/diagnostic/en.../treatment.php
Hope this helps.
Debbie
Excess production of the associated hormones, usually estradiol, progesterone, & 17-OH can cause the same sorts of liver damage that the excess cortisol will do. I almost sure that skin & coat issues are a common problem, too.
I'm not doubting your vet's word, but I think there may be a misinterpretation of what Dr. Oliver has said, this is why it's important to get a copy of that treatment recommendation sheet. The following link is the treatment recommendation straight from the UTK website, it might be good to review. I would also suggest you take a look at the enclosed link for Dr. O's article on steroid profiles.
http://www.vet.utk.edu/diagnostic/en.../treatment.php
Hope this helps.
Debbie
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