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What is the signalment in veterinary medicine?

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Age, sex/neuter status, breed

Signalment helps identify predispositions to certain conditions.

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What breeds are predisposed to tracheal collapse?

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Toy/small breed dogs

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What are the common signs of respiratory distress in dogs?

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Respiratory rate >50 breaths per min, anxious behavior, open mouth breathing, orthopneic position, cough, wheezes, pale/cyanotic mucous membranes

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What does ‘stertor’ refer to?

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Snoring-like congestion of upper respiratory tract

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What is ‘stridor’?

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Inspiratory sound over larynx

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What are wheezes?

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Airway sounds occurring secondary to narrowing of bronchi

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What are possible causes of epistaxis in dogs?

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  • Local processes (e.g., aspergillosis, nasal adenocarcinoma, trauma, foreign body)
  • Systemic processes (e.g., thrombocytopenia, systemic coagulopathy, hypertension)
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What is the first step in the diagnostic plan for epistaxis?

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Check platelets and look for petechiae

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What are common signs of aspergillosis in dogs?

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Epistaxis, sneezing, pain, possible depigmentation of nares

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What is the treatment for nasal adenocarcinoma in dogs?

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Radiation therapy is the treatment of choice

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What is lymphoplasmacytic rhinitis?

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A condition in dogs and cats characterized by chronic rhinitis, often due to unknown or multifactorial causes

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What is the typical signalment for lymphoplasmacytic rhinitis?

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Young or mid-age dogs, any cats

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What is the main goal of vaccination for feline respiratory diseases?

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To minimize clinical signs and shedding

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What are hallmark signs of Feline Calicivirus?

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Upper respiratory disease, oral ulceration, conjunctivitis, lameness

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What is a common cause of recurrent nasal discharge in cats?

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Viral infections (e.g., Feline Herpesvirus-1, Calicivirus)

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What diagnostic tests can be used for chronic upper respiratory disease in cats?

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  • Testing for Cryptococcus
  • Good dental exam
  • Imaging (Nasal CT/rhinoscopy)
  • Biopsies for histopathology
  • Culture for bacteria
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What is the recommended treatment for lymphoplasmacytic rhinitis?

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  • Avoid allergens
  • Glucocorticoids
  • Antihistamines (not routinely helpful)
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What can trigger flare-ups of Feline Herpesvirus-1?

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What is the incubation period for Feline Herpesvirus-1?

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True or False: Feline Calicivirus is a single-stranded RNA virus.

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Fill in the blank: The fungal organism commonly seen in dogs is ______.

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Aspergillus fumigatus

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What is the diagnostic approach for mild upper respiratory disease in cats?

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Discuss differentials, vaccination status, and exposure to other cats; diagnostic testing is optional

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What are the suggested empirical antibiotic choices for secondary bacterial infections in cats?

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  • Liquid doxycycline
  • Amoxicillin
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What is the role of supportive care in treating upper respiratory disease in cats?

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  • Keep nose clean
  • Humidification
  • Nutritional support
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What are common symptoms of feline rhinitis?
Fever, anorexia, lethargy, discharge ## Footnote Symptoms may vary based on underlying causes
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What is a recommended diagnostic strategy for severe or chronic cases of upper respiratory disease in cats?
Consider: * Testing for Cryptococcus * Good dental exam * Imaging: Nasal CT/rhinoscopy * Biopsies for histopathology * Culture for bacteria * Test for Mycoplasma ## Footnote Comprehensive testing helps rule out other conditions
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What were the findings after testing a cat for upper respiratory disease?
Cryptococcus: negative, Dental exam: unremarkable, Nasal CT: fluid-filled area with turbinate lysis, Rhinoscopy: proliferative mucosa, lots of fluid, no mass ## Footnote These findings guide further treatment options
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What was the treatment protocol for the cat with chronic active rhinitis?
Marbofloxacin, humidification, up-to-date vaccines, minimize stress at home ## Footnote Treatment aimed to address both infection and environmental factors
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What are common bacterial infections seen in cats?
* Bordetella bronchiseptica * Mycoplasma spp. ## Footnote Understanding these infections is crucial for diagnosis and treatment
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What type of bacteria is Bordetella bronchiseptica?
Aerobic Gram-negative bacteria ## Footnote It can act as a primary or secondary pathogen
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What are the risk factors for Bordetella bronchiseptica infection in cats?
* Rescue cats * Multi-cat households * Exposure to dogs with kennel cough * Concurrent respiratory infections ## Footnote These factors increase susceptibility to infection
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What clinical signs can cats present with Bordetella bronchiseptica infection?
* Upper Respiratory Infection: sneezing, discharge * Kennel cough: coughing * Bronchopneumonia: dyspnea ## Footnote Symptoms can overlap with other respiratory diseases
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What is the treatment for Bordetella bronchiseptica infection in cats?
Oral liquid doxycycline 5mg/kg PO BID ## Footnote Caution: Pill form of doxycycline can cause esophageal stricture in cats
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What defines Mycoplasma spp.?
Prokaryotic organisms lacking a cell wall ## Footnote Not truly classified as bacteria due to their structural differences
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How is Mycoplasma transmitted?
* Direct contact * Aerosol droplets * Aspiration from own flora to lower respiratory tract ## Footnote Understanding transmission is key for prevention and control
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What diagnostic methods are used for Mycoplasma infections?
* Nasal biopsy * Nasopharyngeal swabs * Airway wash * Mycoplasma PCR * Culture ## Footnote Specific testing is required to identify Mycoplasma infections
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What antibiotics are effective against Mycoplasma?
* Doxycycline * Azithromycin * Fluoroquinolones ## Footnote Antibiotics must not target the cell wall due to Mycoplasma's unique structure
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What is Cryptococcus neoformans and its commonality in feline infections?
Dimorphic fungus, much more common in cat noses than aspergillosis or any other fungal disease ## Footnote High prevalence in cats necessitates awareness and testing
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What is the pathogenesis of Cryptococcosis?
Spores are inhaled, classically from pigeon droppings, most stay locally in nose, can spread to skin, eyes, CNS ## Footnote Understanding pathogenesis aids in diagnosis and treatment
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What are common clinical signs of nasal Cryptococcosis?
* Bump or mass on nose * Ulceration * Palpable bony destruction * Asymmetry * Pain * Decreased nasal airflow ## Footnote These signs help differentiate from other diseases
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What diagnostic tests are used for Cryptococcosis?
* Cytology of a mass, ulcer, or discharge * Latex Agglutination for Capsular Antigen * Biopsy * Nasal CT Scan ## Footnote Multiple tests may be necessary for accurate diagnosis
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What is the recommended treatment for Cryptococcosis?
Fluconazole 10mg/kg PO BID for 1 month past resolution of signs ## Footnote Monitor for side effects like GI upset and hepatotoxicity

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