Perianal adenoma in a bitch

Re: Perianal adenoma in a bitch

Niall Taylor — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 12:37:41 GMT

Thanks for that Chris - we've decided to adopt a "wait and see" approach for now but I'll get in touch if there are any further developments.

Cheers,

Niall

Re: Perianal adenoma in a bitch

Chris Geddes — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 11:39:20 GMT

As product manager for reproductive products at Virbac I thought I would respond to previous comments.

We have no specific data regarding this phenomenon where the adrenals produce androgens in a neutered bitch. However, what we can say is that Suprelorin is unlikely to work as it blocks FSH and LH centrally at the pituitary level and therefore would have no local effect. It may be worth considering using osaterone acetate (Ypozane) as this has been shown to block testosterone uptake by prostatic cells and also seems to work in the same way, albeit more transiently, on anal adenomata in male dogs.

If anyone would like to discuss further please do not hesitate to contact one of our veterinary advisors on 01359 243243 or e-mail enquiries@virbac.co.uk

Re: Perianal adenoma in a bitch

Ian Mostyn — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 12:56:07 GMT

In ferrets with adrenal gland tumours and excessive sex hormone production (Cushings) we are using the Suprelorin implants. They have been used in Australia for a few years now. Maybe Virbac have some data?

Ian

Re: Perianal adenoma in a bitch

Laurence Webb — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 23:15:25 GMT

You can get excessive androgen production from the adrenals. I think an ACTH stim/SHAP test can be helpful. Speak to someone at a lab (Cambridge are probably the best)