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Epilepsy and its treatment in dogs
Introduction
Epilepsy is the most common medical neurological disorder in dogs, and even due to anti-epileptic drugs, many dogs still suffer from seizures. It is important to study canine epilepsy and its cause, so a treatment can be offered. In this research paper we will address different causes, treatments and risk factors related to canine epilepsy.
Physiology of epilepsy
At a cellular and molecular level, the pathogenesis and pathophysiology of epilepsy are being studied thoroughly, but still little is known about the cause of epilepsies in dogs (Chandler, 2005). Epilepsy is defined as recurring seizures caused by an abnormality in brain function. These repetitive seizures are a result of the brain’s response to abnormal systemic metabolism, such as hypoglycemia, hypocalcemia, uremia, etc (Cui et al, 2017). The frequency and severity of seizures vary. Certain factors such as sleep deprivation, stress and hormonal factors show an increase in seizures (Forsgård et al, 2018). There are also recorded a correlation between the severity of a seizure and breed. Epilepsy is not terminal. Quality of life is the most important factor for a chronic medical disease like epilepsy. Euthanasia may be used as an option if the dog's quality of life is dramatically reduced or the financial and emotional burden exceeds the owner's limitations (Podell et al, 2016).
Types of canine epilepsies
Epilepsy can be inherited (genetic epilepsy), from structural defects in the brain (symptomatic epilepsy) or it can be caused by an unknown cause (idiopathic epilepsy) (CHF, 2017). Identification of the type of epilepsy is important as it will tell what treatment is best suited.