chylothorax

Chylothorax in Cats – Our Feline Friends Don’t Like This Milk!

In a previous post, I reviewed pleural space disease. If you recall, these ailments cause fluid and/or air to abnormally accumulate between the lungs and the chest wall. There are many potential reasons for fluid to collect in the pleural space. There are even different types of fluid. This week, I share information about one … [Read more…]

Pleural Space Disease – A Common Cause of Respiratory Distress

Respiratory distress in dogs and cats is always scary and often frustrating. A common cause is pleural space disease, the accumulation of fluid and/or air between the body wall and the lungs. This week I review this medical condition so pet parents have some familiarity with it. Please consider sharing it with other pet parents … [Read more…]