Coccidiosis in Rabbits
Eimeria spp. infection
Juga dikenal sebagai: Hepatic coccidiosis, Intestinal coccidiosis, Eimeriosis, Rabbit coccidiosis
Singkatnya
Coccidiosis is a common and highly contagious protozoal infection in rabbits caused by Eimeria parasites. It primarily targets either the intestines or the liver, posing a severe threat to young, recently weaned kits. Recognizing symptoms like diarrhea, weight loss, and lethargy early is vital, as prompt veterinary intervention with targeted antiprotozoal medications and supportive care can lead to a successful recovery.
TL;DR. Infeksi Eimeria usus atau hati; serius pada anak, sangat dapat diobati jika terdeteksi dini.
Lingkungan bersih dan kering membantu mencegah koksidiosis.
Apa itu?
Protozoa Eimeria spesifik kelinci: bentuk usus (E. magna dll.) atau hati (E. stiedae di saluran empedu).
Penyebab dan faktor risiko
Menelan oosista feses; penyapihan, stres, higiene buruk, padat.
Tanda yang perlu diperhatikan
- Diare (kardinal), lesu, penurunan berat, anoreksia, dehidrasi
- Perut kembung, ikterus (kadang; hati)
Postur membungkuk dan lesu menandakan nyeri abdomen.
Bagaimana dokter hewan mendiagnosis
Flotasi feses (baku emas); kadang histopatologi hati/usus.
Flotasi feses mendeteksi oosista.
Pilihan pengobatan
Ponazuril atau Toltrazuril atau Sulfadimethoxine; cairan, dukungan nutrisi, analgesia.
Prognosis
Hati-hati pada anak parah; baik dengan diagnosis dini.
Pencegahan
Bersih harian, karantina baru, kurangi stres, mangkuk ditinggikan.
Kapan menghubungi dokter hewan
Segera: diare berat, anoreksia >12 jam, lesu ekstrem, perut tegang, ikterus.
Sumber
- Manual of Exotic Pet Practice; Textbook of Rabbit Medicine
My highlights & notes
Tanda & gejala
Cara didiagnosis
- Fecal flotationStandar emas
- Histopathology of liver or intestineStandar emas
Pendekatan pengobatan
Pengobatan harus diresepkan dokter hewan berlisensi. Dosis spesifik sengaja tidak ditampilkan.
Pertanyaan umum
What is Coccidiosis in Rabbits?
Coccidiosis is a common and highly contagious protozoal infection in rabbits caused by Eimeria parasites. It primarily targets either the intestines or the liver, posing a severe threat to young, recently weaned kits. Recognizing symptoms like diarrhea, weight loss, and lethargy early is vital, as prompt veterinary intervention with targeted antiprotozoal medications and supportive care can lead to a successful recovery.
What are the symptoms of Coccidiosis in Rabbits?
Diarrhoea、Loss of appetite、Dehydration、Lethargy、Weight loss (getting thinner)、Swollen belly、Yellowing of the skin and eyes (jaundice)
How is Coccidiosis in Rabbits diagnosed?
Fecal flotation、Histopathology of liver or intestine
How is Coccidiosis in Rabbits treated?
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