Vets use words like “remission,” “no evidence of cancer,” and “holistic” -- and we often think we know what that means.
But do we, really? Dr. Dressler points out that often the words the vet is using have different meanings than what Guardians commonly understand.
Knowing your dog cancer vocabulary sounds like a silly topic — but it’s one of the most important things you can study.
In this seminar, Dr. Dressler addresses some of the most important vocabulary words you need to know. He also takes questions from readers.
01:28 Dr. Demian Dressler:
The importance of understanding your veterinarian and what it means to be your dog’s guardian.
03:41 Dr. Demian Dressler:
Creating clear communication channels between yourself as your dog’s guardian and your veterinarian.
05:33 Dr. Demian Dressler:
Asking for clarification—finding out what your veterinarian really means, and not making assumptions.
06:03 Dr. Demian Dressler:
Why there are Dog Cancer phrases, words, and meanings, and how they benefit you as your dog’s guardian.
08:07 Dr. Demian Dressler:
What is cancer and how is it defined? What do benign and malignant mean?
11:02 Dr. Demian Dressler:
What is metastasis and it’s correlation to cancer?
12:51 Dr. Demian Dressler:
What is micro metastasis and how is it different to metastasis? What are lymphs and the circulatory system? What is local invasion?
16:25 Dr. Demian Dressler:
What’s the difference between complete remission, cured, and remission.
19:46 Dr. Demian Dressler:
Answers reader’s questions on Osteosarcoma, anti-inflammatory medications, Apocaps, pain control, and odd behaviors (chewing and licking lower leg), phantom pains, and topical wound care.
24:39 Dr. Demian Dressler:
What is chemotherapy and how does it work?
27:44 Dr. Demian Dressler:
What is the difference between natural, synthetic, homeopathic, and holistic?
34:58 Dr. Demian Dressler:
What is apoptosis and how does it work?
39:12 Dr. Demian Dressler:
Answers reader’s questions on cancer location and second opinion, diet, biopsy reports, GI upset, and pharmaceuticals and supplements.
42:53 Dr. Demian Dressler:
What does staging mean in relation to cancer?
45:40 Dr. Demian Dressler:
What is grading and how is it done?
50:21 Dr. Demian Dressler:
What is survival time and median survival time?
53:38 Dr. Demian Dressler:
What is psycho-neuro-immunology?
57:36 Dr. Demian Dressler:
Answers reader’s question on flea and tick treatment.
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