Pet Chronic Disease & Pain Management

What is a chronic disease?

A chronic disease is a condition that has a slow progression over a long period of time; chronic diseases can often be maintained with treatment.

Some types of chronic diseases include:

• Dermatological conditions
• Kidney disease
• Thyroid disease
• Degenerative joint disease

Does your cat or dog suffer from a chronic illness and require specialized care? At East Longmeadow Animal Hospital, we are committed to helping you provide the proper treatment for your pet. On occasion, this means medications or fluid therapy, which may need to be routinely given at home with follow-up appointments done in the hospital. Discussing long-term care and disease management options are an important step in disease management. We are here to help you every step of the way.