Mast Cell Tumors (MCTs) are sometimes misdiagnosed as lipomas (fatty tumors). MCTs are cancerous cells that release histamin and heparin (a blood thinner) which can result in localized swelling, inflammation and allergies. The most common location for MCTs is the skin, but can also be seen in the liver, spleen, gastrointestinal tract and bloodstream. An […]
Thrombocytopenia can affect both dogs and cats. It occurs when the blood platelet count is very low. Platelets are fragments of special cells that work to see that blood clots properly. If the platelet count is too low, bruising and bleeding occur. Thrombocytopenia can have several causes – low platelet production by bone marrow, increased […]
Natural substances produced by honeybees when they ingest the nectar of flowers may prove to have anti-cancer properties. Honey has very little water content and bacteria can barely live in that environment. A study was conducted on mice before being injected with lung tumor cells. Propolin, royal jelly, caffeic acid, honey and bee venom were […]
