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Veterinarians in Franklin | Little House Animal Hospital
1109 Battlewood Street Franklin, TN 37069 Phone: 615-791-9148
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Adrenal Glands
Nestled next to the kidneys are the adrenal glands. The adrenal glands develop from two distinct tissue types to form one organ. The outer portion (cortex) originates from glandular tissue, while the inner portion (medulla) originates from nerve tissue. These distinct layers also reflect different functions: 1) the cortex secretes sex hormones (e.g.: estrogens and androgens) and hormones that regulate salt (e.g.: aldosterone) and sugar (e.g.: cortisol) metabolism and 2) the medulla is under neurologic control releasing adrenaline during the “fight or flight” response. Adrenal gland abnormalities develop when there are excesses or deficiencies of any of these hormones. Treatment for deficiencies focuses on restoration of normal hormone levels by hormone replacement therapy. Excess hormone levels may be treated medically; rare cases require surgery to remove the affected adrenal gland to restore normal hormone levels
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If you are to the south of Old Hickory Boulevard, go to: Blue Pearl Emergency 3020 Mallory Lane, Brentwood, TN 37027 (615) 333-1212 Ext. 1 Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) * best choice for exotic pets* 2035 Mallory Ln, Franklin, TN 37067 629-235-4420 If you are to the north of Old Hickory Boulevard, go to: Nashville Veterinary Services Emergency 2971 Sidco Drive, Nashville, TN 37204 (615) 386-0107
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