Epi4Dogs Foundation Inc.’s mission is the advancement of science and education relating to EPI (Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency), yielding useful insights and positive outcomes in better managing EPI in dogs and cats. Our goals are to support and/or collaborate with veterinary EPI research and researchers, and to promote EPI awareness by educating the general public, pet owners, pet organizations, rescue and shelter organizations, veterinary schools and veterinarians.
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Announcements
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Mister Admin » 13 Dec 2018, 16:20
To make the forum easier to read all announcements with now appear in their own ' Announcements ' section.
Please visit Announcements to read important information.
While you are there, click the 'spanner' menu item to...
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13 Dec 2018, 16:20
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Samples Needed!!!!
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Olesia711 » 07 Feb 2024, 12:30
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We are very pleased to announce that Epi4Dogs will be working with the University of Georgia geneticists, Dr. Leigh Anne Clark and Thais Fontenelle Carvalho Leme. They are looking in a new direction for the possible genetic...
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Our girl, Elvira, was diagnosed on 3/11/2024. We would like to participate in any way we can.
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Last post by TheFatCampKid
13 Mar 2024, 12:56
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9-4-2023 Urgent Update regarding TLI test results
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Olesia711 » 04 Sep 2023, 13:23
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From Texas A&M Gastrointestinal Lab:
Canine trypsin-like immunoreactivity assay
IMPORTANT: new reference interval and decision thresholds
The cTLI assay we use is a commercial assay made by Siemens that is widely used...
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Dear Trixie's Momma,
You are very welcome.... we suspected for a very long time now that many of these dogs were were techinically not EPI but yet responded to EPI treatment (like the enzymes) were segueing into EPI.... we...
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Last post by Olesia711
26 Sep 2023, 18:17
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Question about slippery elm brands
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ArsenicAndAshes » 19 Mar 2024, 00:40
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Hi, my boy Kayne (5 year old GSD/Aussie/Whippet mix) was just recently diagnosed with EPI after months of struggling to find an accurate diagnosis. We started him on Epizyme and B12 (the wonderlabs one) and within 24 hours...
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Specific advice is on the menu (top right) on the home page. Tons of reading!
Regarding brands , people use Wonderlabs in the US, but in the UK we have various ones, without any issues. Not dog specific. It’s the same as...
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Last post by Patsy
19 Mar 2024, 06:05
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Advise on potential EPI for Malamute x GSD
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drogomal02 » 17 Oct 2023, 23:13
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Hi Everyone,
I am looking for advise for my malamute x GSD male dog (Drogo) who might have potential EPI. He is 2.5 yrs old and is not de-sexed yet.
Since September his weight has been gradually decreasing (31.5kg ->...
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I would agree with not retesting TLI, unless you want to check B12 again. Might as well do both at the same time. Personally, I don't see a huge reason to check B12 again. As I just give Eddie B12 and he is responding pretty...
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Last post by Eddiespaghetti
18 Mar 2024, 19:33
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2023 EPI Research Announcement
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Olesia711 » 08 Sep 2023, 17:07
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After 7 long years of the largest and most detailed EPI Microbiotic and Metabolomic Research study we finally have results of this study.
However... due to the complexity of the study, myself and Dr. Barko worked on...
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Great information, thank you for sharing it with us.
Melon Playground
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Last post by kalyl
17 Mar 2024, 23:22
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This Cat...
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Montgomery » 10 Jan 2024, 19:55
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So, Montgomery's been a bit unwell. He's had a cough, which seems to be going away. I think he's working on a good hairball. He had a wooly stool this morning and seems to be feeling better. We've been doing his lights...
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The cough seems to be about gone now, thank goodness. He's back to his active, chaotic little self, shooting marbles, tipping Flapjack and generally raising Cain. His veterinarian.... Feed Hypodiet, boil his bedding, don't...
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Last post by kalyl
17 Mar 2024, 23:18
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Victor dog food RECALL
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Olesia711 » 01 Nov 2023, 19:31
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Mid America Pet Food of Mount Pleasant, TX is voluntarily recalling three lots of Victor Super Premium Dog Food, Select Beef Meal & Brown Rice Formula due to potential Salmonella contamination.
There have been no confirmed...
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thank you for sharing this amazing piece of information, Olesia
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Last post by kalyl
17 Mar 2024, 23:16
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2024 New Year
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Olesia711 » 31 Dec 2023, 16:40
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We, the staff at Epi4Dogs would like to wish everyone ... with and without a tail :D ..... a very Happy 2024 New Year!!!
May you all be safe, have good health and truly enjoy the new year!
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Happy New Year everyone! Among Us Unblocked
Happy New Year jilbert57
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Last post by kalyl
17 Mar 2024, 23:14
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Happy St. Patricks Day
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Olesia711 » 17 Mar 2024, 14:57
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Just wanted to pop on and wish everyone a very Happy St. Patrick's Day!
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Happy St. Patricks Day!
Jill
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Last post by jilbert57
17 Mar 2024, 20:33
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Probiotic Question
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Ditexas » 17 Mar 2024, 13:46
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Oh y'all....y'all weren't kidding about this being a roller coaster at times. Houston was doing so well. Gaining weight just doing fantastic. I asked vet if I should add probiotic (had some left over from initial treating...
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Thank y'all sooooo much. I was like oh my gosh, I broke my dog! I mean she was really doing great and I had that train of thought and the vet was like....sure....and my poor girl looked at me like, are you kidding me?...
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Last post by Ditexas
17 Mar 2024, 15:58
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Bad poops after post-surgery antibiotics
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Rockymountainmama » 23 Feb 2024, 12:23
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Hello all,
Our 3 yr-old EPI dog, GSD Chekhov had surgery for an aural hematoma on January 9. He was given a course of the antibiotic Cefpodoxime 200mg once per day for 14 days.
In the last 2 weeks or so he has had...
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Please let us know how this works out! I have not tried this myself, but am going by what a few others have said, and also from checking with one of the researchers... so hopefully this works!!!
Good Luck!
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Last post by Olesia711
17 Mar 2024, 13:16
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How to use enteric coated capsules (Lypex)
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Kirsten » 16 Mar 2024, 11:04
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Hello to all,
I'm new to this forum, coming from Germany and I'm very thankful for all the information I get here!
I have a female GSD, 2,5 years old, diagnosed with EPI 4 weeks ago. My vet recommended Lypex, which seemed...
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Hi Kirsten. Sorry you are having ups and downs.
I would give the SE twice a day. If and when the poop becomes better you can stop it and see if the increase in Lypex helps. That and the added probiotic should help the stool....
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Last post by jilbert57
17 Mar 2024, 10:17
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Hard stools
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Kate » 15 Mar 2024, 19:40
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Emma has had EPI since December 2022. She was diagnosed in April 2023.
Happily she has done well with treatment.
I have noticed lately that she has pretty hard stools, smaller chunks. Is it possible that it is too much...
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yes,... you can give : string beans, squash, butternut squash, kale, broccoli, rutabaga, turnips, carrots, sweet potato, cukes, beets, celery, zucchini and there are some others too.... but veggies need to be cooked and some...
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Last post by Olesia711
16 Mar 2024, 23:16
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What to do if EPI dog refuses to eat?
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LisaDorn2024 » 14 Mar 2024, 21:51
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Levi refused to eat his dinner tonight and it had ALL of his medications mixed in it. Do I prepare him another dinner in an hour or two, or do I wait and feed him at breakfast? He has not eaten since 1:30 pm today which was...
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Lisa,
I am so sorry that Levi (and you) are struggling so much........ but huge kudo's to your vet for planning a consult with TAMU! i know we have communicated privately... and i am so pleased to hear that your regular vet...
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Last post by LisaDorn2024
16 Mar 2024, 14:57
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Elvira, 10.5 month old GSD, recently diagnosed.
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TheFatCampKid » 13 Mar 2024, 13:52
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Hi,
We are new here.
After a month's worth of diarrhea, negative blood work, fecal floats, cultures, and a change of food, I requested an EPI test last week.
The results came back on Monday, February 11, 2024, and she is...
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when re-checking the B12....
1. she needs to not have received any B12 shots for 30 days. or...
2. she needs to not have received any oral B12 for the past 1 week
regarding training... what you can do is just before her...
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Last post by Olesia711
16 Mar 2024, 14:26
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Coat Staining?
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KarenH » 31 Dec 2023, 11:17
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Our boy has recently developed brownish staining on the inside of his back legs legs and hocks. It is similar to the permanent staining around his mouth so wondering if this too is a result of enzymes. Has anyone experienced...
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I'm so sorry. Hoping the treatments work extra quickly. ---Pam
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Last post by Tuckaboo Pam
15 Mar 2024, 14:59
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Quick question
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Ditexas » 14 Mar 2024, 17:05
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Hi y'all,
Hope everyone is doing well. Houston continues to improve. Oh my gosh....she looks like a different dog! She is definitely gaining weight and I am soooo thankful. Saturday will be her third B12 injection as well...
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Hi Pam,
Thank you so much. Ohhhh this has been an experience. She just looks like she is on her way back to being her. I appreciate all y'alls help.
Pam, I am ready for summer break, how about you? LOL....Spring break has...
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Last post by Ditexas
15 Mar 2024, 14:57
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newbie here in need of advice
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mburtch1 » 18 Jan 2024, 20:24
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my name is mark and my fur buddie is a pomeranian , my vet has no idea whats wrong with him , he said it was beyond his skills , the systems Hachi has is 1. smelly diarrhea sometimes watery 2. throwing up 3 smelly farts 4...
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i know their B'days are so hard to get thru when they are no longer with us...................
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Last post by Olesia711
14 Mar 2024, 19:26
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Desperate! Help with One Question Please
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KonaGirl2020 » 29 Feb 2024, 15:35
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Greetings,
This website is a blessing! Although my Kona is not doing well, I'm able to find ideas to see what else we can do to help her.
Kona GSD- 4years old
Healthy Weight - 88lbs
Diagnosed 2/16/24
Weight on:
2/15/24 -...
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Any news about Kona? I've been thinking of you, --Pam
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Last post by Tuckaboo Pam
14 Mar 2024, 17:56
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Thanks and an update
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Ditexas » 10 Mar 2024, 12:47
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I am truly so thankful for this site, the kindness of all y'all offering advice and your genuine concern. I really appreciate it. My girl Houston, a GS who will be 2 on the 30th was recently diagnosed with EPI. She has been...
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thanks for the update Diane.... so sorry i am late to responding.....
This is great news and YES... it is amazing. SOmetimes when the B12 is low, no matter how many right things you do to manage the EPI, nothing will really...
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Last post by Olesia711
14 Mar 2024, 13:19
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Looking for a Treat Recipe
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Tuckaboo Pam » 09 Mar 2024, 20:19
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Hi friends, it's been awhile.
Since I lost Tucker last November, my sweet Tuckaboo, I've been pretty much absent. And sad. BUT, now there's Nina.
Nina, a 5-year-old GSD with EPI, will be coming to join our family in early...
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Thanks so much for the ideas! The advice to introduce them close to a meal is a great plan. --- Pam
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Last post by Tuckaboo Pam
12 Mar 2024, 15:45
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Need help how to feed our EPI dog.
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Emma@MTK » 03 Jan 2024, 23:31
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Hello EPI forum,
We have a 14 month blue heeler, Emma.
She has had EPI since she was 10 months and her weight has gone down from 43 lbs to 30 lbs.
We have been giving her enzymes since mid Nov 2023 but so far she only...
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for a commercial food.... the food Jeremy found ... X0DER&th=1
looks decent..... but it too is expensive . :( as so many of them are.
Have you looked at supplementing what you are currently giving with freeze dried food? To...
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Last post by Olesia711
12 Mar 2024, 11:47
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I figured out one thing with this forum
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Eddiespaghetti » 11 Mar 2024, 15:32
Hello everyone,
I discovered one possible reason for posts disappearing on this forum. I have noticed that when I type a post and hit submit, sometimes it will move to the next screen, but not post. I found out this is...
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Last post by Eddiespaghetti
11 Mar 2024, 15:32
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Pantanex For Sale (in Canada!)
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theopatch » 11 Mar 2024, 11:27
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Hi everyone — it's been a long time since I've been on the forum as we've been incredibly lucky as of late and our guy is doing so well. We've transitioned him over to raw food with the help of a holistic vet and have...
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Wow thank you so much for the instructions. I can't tell you how happy I am that this is working for you.
My two current pups are not Epi but I have been feeding them gently cooked pup loaf for about 2 months now and they...
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Last post by jilbert57
11 Mar 2024, 12:59
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Niko upset tummy - vet visit scheduled
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Regina B » 28 Feb 2024, 11:02
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Good Morning All,
Niko threw up yesterday morning his dinner from the night before, but ate his breakfast as usual and was fine all day yesterday. He ate last night as normal, but threw up again about 30 mins after eating,...
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You're covered by everyone else. I wanted to stop by and advise against giving metronidazole. When my vet sees cases of vomiting or diarrhea, that is usually the first thing they try to do. It is not advised to use...
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11 Mar 2024, 00:26
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