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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Merry Christ
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Olesia711 » 24 Dec 2023, 12:28
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Wishing everyone a wonderful, safe and very Merry Christmas from the staff at Epi4Dogs!
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May your homes be strewn with pet toys. Happy everything everybody!
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Last post by Montgomery
25 Dec 2023, 12:24
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Please advise! Newly diagnosed EPI Found Bloody Stool!
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Mom of a Tibetan » 14 Apr 2019, 22:16
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Hello! I have a 5.5yr old Tibetan Terrier Molly. I just did the home EPI test and she tested positive so we have a vet appointment for Wednesday. I have not had the Vitamin B12 test done nor a recent fecal parasite test...
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Hi Ann,
I'm glad to hear Molly's stools have been looking better and there's been no more signs of blood recently. It sounds like the combination of enzymes, glandulars, and other supplements you have her on is helping....
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Last post by sareenamoreno342
24 Dec 2023, 20:33
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New to the forum
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Vossiesmom » 22 Feb 2023, 07:25
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Hi all!
My name is Marie and (one of) Vos' mom(s). We live in the Netherlands.
Vos has recently been diagnosed with EPI. Which felt like a big relief, because for 6 months we saw her getting skinnier and skinnier, putting...
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Carafate is a good option. I have had to put one of my dogs on it for a little after she got sick.
Another option is Omeprazole. This is what I used for Eddie when we first started the EPI journey.
You can also try cut back...
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Last post by Eddiespaghetti
24 Dec 2023, 16:00
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Slippery Elm For Non-EPI Cat?
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Montgomery » 23 Dec 2023, 13:08
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Montgomery's half-sister-cousin-auntie, Sylvia Rose...I think I posted about her before, if not, I now know what is causing her diarrhea. She has an allergy which requires her to be on an anthistamine at times. She was on it...
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Find me someone here who hasn't been made creative by their furballs.
When Sylvia Rose was four weeks old her favourite way to say hello was to put her claws out and spit in your face. She's sixteen and hasn't changed....
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Last post by Montgomery
23 Dec 2023, 19:29
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Emergency Enzymes - Recommendations Needed!!
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jminchala12 » 22 Dec 2023, 09:27
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Hello!
Unfortunately, FedEx seems to have our package on the wrong vehicle and it is just moving further away from me rather than closer.
My 85lb GSD has been doing great on Viokase-V powder 1 1/4 tsp per meal 3x a day.
We...
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In a pinch, you can check if The Vitamin Shoppe has some digestive enzyme supplements. Look for ones with lipase, protease, and amylase - those are the key enzymes. Dosage might vary, but maybe start with a quarter or half...
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Last post by debbybender
23 Dec 2023, 12:07
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SID/SIBO
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Emma.cyan » 19 Dec 2023, 16:11
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Hi all,
I was hoping for some advice on requesting Tylan from the vet. I’m not sure if my pup needs it or not, but she’s newly diagnosed EPI and has been on the enzymes for about a week now. Her stool has firmed up a lot,...
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Glad to hear the enzymes are helping with the stool, but I get that the noisy stomach and gas are still a concern. Tylan could be worth discussing with your vet, even if the diarrhea's not the main issue now. It can help...
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Last post by debbybender
23 Dec 2023, 12:06
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Worried
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Miley’s Mom » 22 Dec 2023, 12:28
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Hi!
I want to first think everyone. For weeks, I have been using the website and the forum as a wealth of information as we navigate our new diagnosis!
Today I am having a really tough day, and I was hoping to get some...
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I do love it when people report back saying their pup is responding to treatment. I remember the feeling defeated by trying everything and watching Eddie wither away.
My advice here is all anecdotal and only applies to...
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Last post by Eddiespaghetti
22 Dec 2023, 17:26
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FORGOTTEN ENZYMES
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daizyduh911 » 14 Dec 2023, 22:49
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Has anyone forgotten to give ezymes at one meal time?
Because of work I had to carry doggos pancreatic enzymes every day back and forth. I did great at it the first week the second week I forgot them only ONE DAY 12/5 which...
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I am glad Kai is doing better. It's the best when everything starts to click with EPI treatment.
As Olesia mentioned fish oil or coconut oil is, in my opinion, better than corn. You can also try flaxseed or sunflower oil. I...
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Last post by Eddiespaghetti
21 Dec 2023, 12:11
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Possible EPI diagnose? Please Help
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lylzzf3841 » 12 Dec 2023, 16:22
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Hi all, I'm Uto and new to the forum. I have a beautiful male Germen Shepherd who will be 8 year old in February. I wanted to apologize in advance for this lengthy post.
About 3 months ago he had a really bad diarrhea...
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Yes and no. While the Schebo test can help rule out EPI, the cTLI is more accurate. However, that was three months ago. They just may not have had the markers for the test at that time.
I see. Yeah I somehow also got the...
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Last post by lylzzf3841
20 Dec 2023, 01:11
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Yogurt Treats?
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Cmsphx » 19 Nov 2023, 16:57
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Prior to her EPI diagnosis, my dog enjoyed frozen yogurt treats mixed with fruit. I freeze them in small ice cube trays. Are these treats something that she can never have again? Is there a way I can make these safe for my...
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Greetings, Christine, Once your puppy has stabilized (i.e., when all parts of Epi are under control, meaning he has regular, good poops for at least a month or two), you may want to try giving him a little treat immediately...
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Last post by wilkinsonwilfrid
18 Dec 2023, 04:02
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Pantenex EPI Enzymes - Vancouver Island, Canada
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callanderbay@aol.com » 29 Nov 2023, 22:34
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Good evening everyone,
I lost my beloved, long-term companion Drake last week. He came to me with EPI when he was about 2 years old. The past 10 years with him were used to their full potential. We are on Vancouver Island,...
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Everyone, I am incredibly grateful for your comments. What a comforting feeling! Fortunately, a buyer in Prince George purchased the enzymes.
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Last post by hueljannie
17 Dec 2023, 23:11
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Sneezing after meals
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mkay » 15 Dec 2023, 20:35
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Hi all, I'm a bit of a newbie but this forum has been monumentally helpful for the treatment of my furry friend. Epi4dogs is an amazing information-rich site and I'm eternally grateful for all that you do here.
Pepper is a...
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Yeah, the leflunomide is the go-to for immune-suppressants for dogs. Along with mycophenalate and cyclosporine.
The bowl actually says Maggie baggie, which is what we call her I just didn't show the other side. They all...
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Last post by Eddiespaghetti
17 Dec 2023, 17:10
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EPI Powder
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Cbarrett » 16 Dec 2023, 12:47
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Hello, my name is Carolyn, and I am brand new to this forum. I am so thankful that I found it and hopefully gain some insight to treat my little furry four legged friend.
My dog Regina had pneumonia in early September and...
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Hi Carolyn and and thanks for writing in about Regina.
So sorry to hear that she had pneumonia and then she was diagnosed with EPI.
The vomiting after drinking water can be nothing or it can be a concern.... so i have a few...
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Last post by Olesia711
17 Dec 2023, 13:57
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Vet advice
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Eddiespaghetti » 14 Dec 2023, 13:24
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Helo everyone,
I took Eddie to the vet for a routine checkup. Everything is good. All his normal blood work came back within range.
The vet recommended to increase his enzymes to 2 teaspoons per meal. We did increase his...
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Whenever anyone needs to resort to using Tylan to get SID/SIBO (dysbiosis) under better management. It is best to start with a full dose as recommended. ANd then, we on the forum found that instead of stopping the Tylan...
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Last post by Olesia711
17 Dec 2023, 12:27
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Slippery Elm
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Emma.cyan » 15 Dec 2023, 16:23
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Hi all,
My sweet baby was just diagnosed with EPI a few days ago (TLI 1.5). I’m feeding her 3 times a day with Pancreved Enzyme and a Vitamin B12 pill prescribed by the vet. Her stool has formed up, she’s going far less...
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let us know how it goes :)
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Last post by Olesia711
17 Dec 2023, 12:06
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Soft runny stool, too much enzymes,?
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by ed33935 » 28 Oct 2018, 21:43
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Tonight Lizzie started a soft runny stool. I’ve been feeding her liquid food with enzymes mixed in. Today she wanted some dry food and I gave her enzymes in capsules with the food as I have a few times in the past. What I’m...
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Yes..too much enzymes can result in runny poops. Are you keeping a journal? Sometimes it's best to not rock the boat until they have been stable for at least 3 months. Hope this helps, I have not reviewed your other posts....
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Last post by apologizebutt
15 Dec 2023, 02:23
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6x Enzyme Diane to Pantenex
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wsantschi » 14 Feb 2023, 18:12
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So, I purchased a jar of the Pantenex enzymes quite some time ago. I want to see if they are as effective as Diane's product. Lucy has been very stable and normally I wouldn't mess around. However, the Pantenex was not cheap...
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We switched from Viokase to PanTenex a few years ago and I just stayed with 1 tsp per meal...no issues. connections game
I will learn from you.
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Last post by ideadefend
15 Dec 2023, 02:04
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Cinda - GSD - EPI, SIBO, IBS or Tylan for Life?
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MrHT » 12 Dec 2023, 05:32
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Hello. I am Pawel, from Poland. I have two long-haired German Shepherds, a male and a female. Currently, they are two years old. Since they were puppies, they have had food-related issues. They suffered from a Giardia...
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hi Pawal, yes, the bacterium in this probiotic are all excellent strains for dogs.... i am glad to see it includes bulgaricus that seems to really help dogs with SID/SIBO (dysbiosis) along with the varied strains of...
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Last post by Olesia711
14 Dec 2023, 10:55
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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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Thank you for reading it.....you are very welcome!
Welcome to the community!
I agree with you, the information was helpful
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Last post by DonnaS
14 Dec 2023, 05:02
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My Boy Tucker
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Tuckaboo Pam » 12 Nov 2023, 16:17
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Today we let our good boy go. His episodes had started to come more frequently and severely, so we felt we had to do it for him. This weekend we managed to keep him comfortable with aspirin, valium, water, and Hershey's...
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I'm a pretty sappy, nostalgic kind of person, so from time to time I like to come back to the forum and say hello. I hope everyone is doing well.
I had a close call this morning. A little girl named Cinnamon, pictured on...
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Last post by Tuckaboo Pam
12 Dec 2023, 14:44
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Upper respiratory infection
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Emma » 11 Dec 2023, 18:25
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It has probably been at least a year since I have logged in with a question which means this forum is most definitely a life savior for those who have pets with EPI. Now to my question. Emma came down with a cough this...
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That virus is spreading quickly. The first chart I read, showed it in only a few states up north, and within a few days it was here in FL. Lots of travel.
Good to know there is a treatment. My dogs only see each other, and...
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Last post by Tuckaboo Pam
12 Dec 2023, 14:30
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EPI & Diabetes?
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Bowers » 11 Dec 2023, 21:05
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Hello!
Gryphon has had several stable months after his EPI diagnose and for this I say thank you to this group!! His poops are near perfect daily!
Alas, I find I am a little lost now. This weekend, my kiddo mentioned to...
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Hello,
Of course dogs with EPI can develop diabetes, any and all dogs can. The syrup smell can be a sign of diabetes, but what is more common is increased drinking. If they aren't drinking a lot more water than is might not...
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Last post by Eddiespaghetti
12 Dec 2023, 12:57
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mini fits
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MelC » 01 Dec 2023, 06:22
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Hi my dog has had EPI for a few years and is generally doing ok. However this year we have noticed that she is sometimes less keen to go on walk and starts to shiver. on two occasions she has had mini sort of fits, but...
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If it is an epeleptic fit, it is perfectly treatable, and they can live perfectly normal lives.
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Last post by Montgomery
12 Dec 2023, 05:31
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Unopened pancreatic enzyme available due to death of our Dharma
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tcolyer » 07 Dec 2023, 00:58
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D at C.jpeg We recently lost our 12½ year old GSD Dharma. She was an EPI survivor who healed and flourished after being rescued at age 3½ years from a life in a pen 24/7 with regular beatings and no treatment for her genetic...
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D at C.jpegWe recently lost our 12½ year old GSD Dharma. uno online She was an EPI survivor who healed and flourished after being rescued at age 3½ years from a life in a pen 24/7 with regular beatings and no treatment for...
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Last post by johnbrittain
10 Dec 2023, 23:00
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Increased allergies after EPI?
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cjjames » 05 Nov 2023, 14:29
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My girl has had EPI for past four years almost and she's been having increased allergies, lip pyoderma, and other problems since. I'm assuming this is all because of the issues of the stomach but could someone verify this?...
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there are lots of little tidbits and tricks to help manage allergies to sme degree... BUT..... sadly nothing really to truly get rid of the allergies.......... maybe someday they will figure it out.
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10 Dec 2023, 16:47
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