Thrombopathia (Basset Hound)

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Found in Basset Hounds, thrombopathia is a genetic condition in which blood platelets are unable to adhere to one another, making it difficult for blood to clot normally. Dogs affected by thrombopathia are at high risk of excessive and spontaneous bleeding, often causing nosebleeds and bleeding gums. The threat of thrombopathia ranges and may cause hematomas (blood-filled masses), bruising, and internal bleeding. Thrombopathia is an autosomal recessive trait, which means dogs with two copies of the mutation are at risk of developing the condition.

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List of affected breeds:

Genetic research has linked this gene and condition in the following breeds:

Basset Hound

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What does this mean for a dog with this trait?

While no treatment is available for thrombopathia, most affected dogs live normal, healthy lives. Pet parents should manage the risk of accidents and injury to prevent excessive bleeding and partner with a veterinarian to provide ongoing care.

Symptoms

Thrombopathia symptoms may include bruising, nosebleeds, bleeding in gums, internal bleeding, hematomas, bloody or tarry stool, joint stiffness, and lameness. Signs of thrombopathia are present at birth.

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