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CA = Causative Agent
TR = Transmission SY = Symptoms LW = Laboratory Work TX = Treatment PG = Prognosis |
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Arthritis
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Is the inflammation of a joint.
CA - Aging, Gout, Infection, Trauma, Poor nutrition TR - Cannot be transmitted. SY - Lameness, inflammation and/or swelling of the joint, discomfort, loss of function in affected joint. LW - x-ray, Culture & Sensitivity, Cytology. TX - 1. Antibiotics, (infection) 2. Corticosteroids, (noninfectious) 3. Low protein diet, (gout) 4. Weight reduction, (Obese) PG - Incurable, Only Controlled |
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Aspergillosis
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This is a fungal disease, Primarily in the lower respiratory tract. Mold growth in lung or Air Sac.
CA - The fungus Aspergillus fumigatus. Found everywhere. TR - By inhalation of airborne spores. SY - Not specific, but noted are Wheezing, Increased breathe rate, Respiratory gurgling or clicking, Voice changes, Polyuria, Weight loss. LW - X-Ray, Endoscopy, Hematology, Cultures, Serology. TX - Difficult before death, necropsy will demonstrate diagnosis. PG - Tx may prolong life, relapse & Death are common. |
