Hyperlipidemia/Hyperlipoproteinemia
Increased serum lipid concentration in the blood may lead to seizure activity. Hyperlipidemia can occur as a primary disorder, occurring in specific breeds, or can occur secondary to endocrinopathies, pancreatitis, cholestatic disorders, etc.
Age of Onset: Any age of animal can be affected
Sex Predisposition: Any sex of animal can be affected
Clinical Course:
Clinical signs often present acutely and may worsen over time
Clinical signs often present acutely and may worsen over time
Clinical Signs:
Behavioral/Mental Awareness
Behavior changes
Lethargy
Seizures
Posture and Appearance
Cutaneous xanthomas (lipid deposits in the skin)
Special Functions (e.g. respiration; urination)
Diarrhea
Vomiting
Painful Reactions
May have pain on palpation of the cervical vertebral column
May have pain on abdominal palpation
Pain Sensation
Impaired nasal septum sensory perception
Other
Spontaneous atherosclerosis
Retinal lipemia
Behavioral/Mental Awareness
Behavior changes
Lethargy
Seizures
Posture and Appearance
Cutaneous xanthomas (lipid deposits in the skin)
Special Functions (e.g. respiration; urination)
Diarrhea
Vomiting
Painful Reactions
May have pain on palpation of the cervical vertebral column
May have pain on abdominal palpation
Pain Sensation
Impaired nasal septum sensory perception
Other
Spontaneous atherosclerosis
Retinal lipemia
Intracranial
Unknown
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