Diagnosis Archives - Fairfax Animal Hospital

Breaking News: Confirmed Case of Canine Influenza Virus near Fairfax, Virginia

Aug 24, 2018 | Care & Wellness, Diagnosis, Dogs, Emergency Situations, Infectious Diseases, Pet, Puppies

Breaking News: Confirmed Case of Canine Influenza Virus near Fairfax, Virginia On August 16, veterinarians in coastal Maryland confirmed a case of Canine Influenza Virus according to WMDT.com. In this case, the patient was a dog vacationing with its family from the...

The Spring Scratch: Canine Atopy

May 15, 2018 | Alternative Therapies, Care & Wellness, Diagnosis, Dogs, Medications, Pet

The Spring Scratch: Canine Atopy The Spring Scratch: Canine Atopic Dermatitis (Atopy) By: Dr. Jaclyn Erwin Spring is here is full force, the flowers and trees are blooming and the winter drearies have changed to a colorful scene. With all this beauty comes pollen,...

Around the Corner: Spring Flowers and the Pest Who Transmits Lyme Disease

Mar 5, 2018 | Care & Wellness, Diagnosis, Dogs, Infectious Diseases, Parasites, Pet

Around the Corner: Spring Flowers and the Pest Who Transmits Lyme Disease By: Dr. Rebecca Amster The days are getting longer, the sun is shining brighter, and the temperature is rising – spring is around the corner! Spring means many things I love. My dog and I...

The Canine Influenza Virus (CIV) and What You Need to Know About It!

Jun 26, 2017 | Care & Wellness, Diagnosis, Dogs, Infectious Diseases

The Canine Influenza Virus (CIV) and What You Need to Know About It! By: Dr. Katie Proia Many of you have likely heard or read about the Canine Influenza Virus (also known as CIV), especially regarding the current outbreak of this contagious respiratory disease. Here...

Ultrasound Examination in Cats

Mar 20, 2017 | Cats, Diagnosis

Ultrasound Examination in Cats What is ultrasound? An ultrasound machine emits and receives high frequency ultrasound waves through a transducer or probe. The probe is placed over the area of interest, directing the sound waves into the body. The ultrasound waves may...

Ultrasound Examination in Dogs

Feb 8, 2017 | Diagnosis, Dogs

Ultrasound Examination in Dogs What is an ultrasound? An ultrasound examination, also known as ultrasonography, is a non-invasive imaging technique that allows internal body structures to be seen by recording echoes or reflections of ultrasonic waves. Unlike x-rays,...