Meisha's Hope AIHA/IMHA Fund Dedicated to funding research into
an often fatal blood disorder in dogs Canine AIHA/IMHA
(autoimmune/immune-mediated hemolytic anemia) is a serious,
often fatal blood disorder. In dogs with AIHA/IMHA, abnormal
antibodies stick to the red blood cells and cause the body to
believe the red blood cells are a "foreign invader." The dog's
immune system attacks the red blood cells and destroys them,
leading to anemia. Scientists estimate more than 50 percent of
dogs with AIHA/IMHA will die from the condition, usually within
weeks of diagnosis. For more information about the Meisha's Hope
AIHA/IMHA Fund or to donate, please click here. Posted by MAFon
May 3, 2011. Permalink