Colorado State University Animal Cancer Center has been conducting a study using Liposomal Clodronate, a biophosphonate for treating canine cancer. Immune cells called macrophages normally clear the body of debris, bacteria and foreign bodies. Recent studies suggest that these cells may play a role in promoting tumor growth and metastasis (spread) of cancer. Macrophages may […]
Dust mites, micrscopic insects, have no season. They are with us all year, every year. They affect humans as well as pets. Dust mites feed on dead skin, viruses, bacteria and fungi. The dead skin of allergic mammals is particularly tasty to them. Dust mites have translucent bodies. They live in carpeting, upholstery, bedding, clothing, […]
Myofascial Pain Syndrome is the name given to chronic muscular pain. Myo (muscle) fascial (connective tissues surrounding muscles) pain occurs in humans as well as animals. Normally, fascia are flexible and bind structures together. But when the fascia tightens it puts pressure on the surrounding structures. Scar tissue forms in the muscles. Although difficult to […]
