Nina is an twelve year-old Japanese chin. Over a year ago she was given a grave diagnosis of heart disease and pulmonary hypertension added to her arthritis and chronic cystitis. She was having syncope which is a little like fainting spells. Thanks to our local cardiologist (who gave her just a few months to live) some traditional medications and a… Read more →
Category: heart disease
What does a purple tongue mean?
Missy is a twelve year-old Sheltie with deficient signs like foot pads that crack and can bleed.Her heart is slightly enlarged. But the purple or lavender color to her tongue is a sign of stagnation. It could mean anything from arthritis to cancer. Look at the way there are tooth impressions on the outside of her tongue (indicating dampness) and… Read more →