In our practice, we discontinue progesterone supplementation between 9 and 12 weeks of gestation. Available evidence suggests that the most common forms of progesterone supplementation are safe in early pregnancy.
Insulinoma in Dogs. Insulinomas are malignant neoplasms -- fast growing cancer cells -- of the beta cells in the pancreas. The beta cells primarily secrete insulin, among other hormones. Insulin produces a variety of effects in the body -- the primary one being to regulate glucose levels throughout the body's cells.
Fibrosarcoma (FSA) is the third most common malignant oral tumor in the dog. The tumor can metastasize to other parts of the body. FSA can grow large and invade into the nasal cavity. Treatment involves surgical removal of the tumor. FSA is poorly responsive to radiation therapy and chemotherapy.