Internal Medicine



Overview

When a pet’s illness doesn’t have an obvious cause, LeelaVet Hospital’s Internal Medicine service steps in to solve the mystery. Our internal medicine specialists handle challenging, chronic, or multisystemic diseases using in-depth diagnostics, advanced imaging, and targeted treatments. We focus on medical, rather than surgical, management of internal organs and systems.

Pets with vague symptoms like lethargy, weight loss, vomiting, diarrhea, coughing, or unexplained fevers may require internal medicine evaluations to uncover hidden illnesses such as endocrine disorders, immune diseases, or organ dysfunctions.

Conditions We Manage

Endocrine Disorders

  • Diabetes mellitus

  • Hypothyroidism (dogs) / Hyperthyroidism (cats)

  • Cushing’s disease (Hyperadrenocorticism)

  • Addison’s disease (Hypoadrenocorticism)

  • Insulinoma or parathyroid issues

Infectious & Immune-Mediated Diseases

  • Ehrlichiosis, Babesiosis, Leptospirosis

  • Autoimmune hemolytic anemia (IMHA)

  • Immune thrombocytopenia (ITP)

  • Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)

Gastrointestinal Disorders

  • Chronic vomiting or diarrhea

  • Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)

  • Pancreatitis

  • Liver disease or portosystemic shunts

Respiratory Illnesses

  • Pneumonia

  • Chronic bronchitis

  • Feline asthma

  • Tracheal collapse

Kidney & Urinary Conditions

  • Acute or chronic kidney disease (CKD)

  • Urinary tract infections

  • Bladder stones

  • Proteinuria and glomerular diseases

Diagnostic Capabilities

  • Advanced blood & urine analysis

  • Hormone assays (ACTH stim, LDDST, TSH, etc.)

  • Imaging: X-ray, ultrasound, ECHO, CT

  • Cytology, biopsy, and aspiration studies

  • Coagulation profiles

  • In-house and referral lab testing

Why LeelaVet for Internal Medicine?

  • Holistic evaluation of complex or chronic diseases

  • Team-based care with collaboration from surgery, cardiology, nutrition, and diagnostics

  • Tailored medication plans and follow-up

  • Regular monitoring and lab reassessments

  • Deep owner involvement in decision-making

We don’t treat just symptoms - we find root causes and restore long-term health.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does my pet need an internal medicine consult?

When they have vague symptoms, recurring illness, or when initial treatments don’t resolve the problem.

Is internal medicine the same as diagnostics?

No. Diagnostics help identify the problem. Internal medicine involves diagnosis plus long-term, non-surgical treatment.

Can diabetes in pets be managed successfully?

Yes. With insulin therapy, diet control, and close monitoring, most pets live full lives.

What is IBD in pets?

Inflammatory Bowel Disease causes chronic GI symptoms and requires diet trials, medication, and monitoring.