Which systemic sign is sometimes concurrent with SARDS?

Which systemic sign is sometimes concurrent with SARDS?

• A. Cushinoid signs
• B. Hypertension
• C. Hearing loss
• D. Diabetes insipidus

Answer: (A)

SARDS in dogs can be seen alongside systemic endocrine changes, particularly hyperadrenocorticism. Cushinoid signs reflect excess cortisol and include features like abdominal distension, thinning hair or hair loss, a pot-bellied appearance, and other skin/weight changes. This association has been observed in some cases, so Cushinoid signs are the systemic finding that best fits with SARDS. Hypertension, hearing loss, and diabetes insipidus are not routinely linked as concurrent systemic signs with SARDS, so they’re less characteristic in this context.

SARDS in dogs can be seen alongside systemic endocrine changes, particularly hyperadrenocorticism. Cushinoid signs reflect excess cortisol and include features like abdominal distension, thinning hair or hair loss, a pot-bellied appearance, and other skin/weight changes. This association has been observed in some cases, so Cushinoid signs are the systemic finding that best fits with SARDS.

Hypertension, hearing loss, and diabetes insipidus are not routinely linked as concurrent systemic signs with SARDS, so they’re less characteristic in this context.