Pansystemic Diseases Flashcards
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What type of virus causes FeLV?
Retrovirus
What are four possible outcomes of a FeLV infection?
Rapid on set death
development of bone marrow suppression (leukemia)
virus induce lymphomas
How is FIV transmitted?
body fluids and grooming, bite wounds, sharing litter boxes or food bowls
What type of virus causes FIP?
a mutated form of feline coronavirus (FCoV).
Wet form of FIP:
Causessevere inflammation of blood vessels(vasculitis), leading tofluid buildupin the chest or belly.
Dry form of FIP:
Causes inflammation and granulomas(small lumps) in organs like theeyes,brain, orliver.
What type of virus is panleukopenia?
parvovirus
How do you treat panleukopenia?
Supportive care (fluids), Broad-spectrum antibiotics for secondary infections, Anti-nausea medications, Pain control, and isolation to prevent exposure to other cats.
What type of disease is toxoplasmosis?
protozoal disease
What are some practices for people to avoid getting toxoplasmosis?
litter box hygiene,Wash hands frequently, Wash vegetables, Cook food well, Avoid unpasteurized milk and Wear gloves when gardening.
How is canine distemper virus spread?
bodily fluids andrespiratory secretionsalso occurs through fomites.
What are clinical signs of a canine parvovirus infection?
Anorexia, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Destruction of the intestinal lining, Bone marrow suppression leading to leukopenia and anemia. And in young, poorly vaccinated puppies, it can lead to severe disease or death.
How are rickettsial diseases transmitted?
by ticks like Dermacentor, Rhipicephalus, Ixodes species.
Which animals can contract rabies?
wildlife and domestic and humans. like foxes, cats, dogs, horses, goats, cows and ferrets
How is rabies diagnosed?
the body of head of suspected rabies animal is sent out to a lab to examine the brain.
What steps should be taken if a human is bitten by an animal suspected to have rabies?
Wash the wound immediately (for at least 15 minutes), Rinse mouth or eyes if exposed and Seek immediate medical treatment for post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP),
