Causes of jaundice in dogs

1. Intake disorders: bilirubin is not easily separated from albumin, or the liver cell membrane is not easily permeable, or there is some kind of substance in the cytoplasm The protein acceptance function is poor, so that bilirubin cannot be taken up by liver cells and remains in the blood to form jaundice.

2. Binding disorder: After liver cells take up bilirubin, it is catalyzed by glucuronosyltransferase in the smooth endoplasmic reticulum and combined with glucuronic acid. Lack of enzyme or insufficient activity can affect the progress of the reaction and eventually form jaundice.

3. Excretion disorders: After bilirubin is esterified and discharged into capillaries, due to the secretion pressure of the liver and the motor function of the biliary system, bile can be gradually excreted from the liver to the liver from the bile ducts at all levels. . If bile transport disorder occurs anywhere in this process, bilirubin ester can accumulate in the liver and blood, causing jaundice.

Treatment of jaundice in dogs

1. Stop any treatment performed before the onset of jaundice.

2. Let the affected dog have adequate rest and avoid stress.

3. Give intravenous fluids and electrolyte treatment to dogs that are seriously ill or dehydrated.

4. Use blood products for dogs with severe anemia.