Coccidiosis in Rabbits
Eimeria spp. infection
Juga dikenali sebagai: Hepatic coccidiosis, Intestinal coccidiosis, Eimeriosis, Rabbit coccidiosis
Ringkasnya
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. Jangkitan Eimeria usus atau hati; serius pada anak, sangat boleh dirawat jika dikesan awal.
Persekitaran bersih dan kering membantu cegah koksidiosis.
Apakah itu?
Protozoa Eimeria spesifik arnab: bentuk usus (E. magna dsb.) atau hati (E. stiedae di saluran hempedu).
Punca dan faktor risiko
Menelan oosista fekal; penyahtempoh, stres, kebersihan lemah, sesak.
Tanda yang perlu diperhatikan
- Cirit-birit (kardinal), lesu, penurunan berat, anoreksia, dehidrasi
- Perut kembung, ikterus (kadang-kadang; hati)
Postur membongkok dan lesu menandakan sakit abdomen.
Bagaimana doktor haiwan mendiagnosis
Flotasi najis (piawaian emas); kadang histopatologi hati/usus.
Flotasi najis mengesan oosista.
Pilihan rawatan
Ponazuril atau Toltrazuril atau Sulfadimethoxine; cecair, sokongan nutrisi, analgesia.
Prognosis
Berhati-hati pada anak parah; baik jika diagnosis awal.
Pencegahan
Bersih harian, kuarantin baharu, kurang stres, mangkuk ditinggikan.
Bila menghubungi doktor haiwan
Segera: cirit teruk, anoreksia >12 jam, lesu ekstrem, perut tegang, ikterus.
Sumber
- Manual of Exotic Pet Practice; Textbook of Rabbit Medicine
My highlights & notes
Tanda & simptom
Cara didiagnosis
- Fecal flotationStandard emas
- Histopathology of liver or intestineStandard emas
Pendekatan rawatan
Rawatan mesti dipreskripsikan doktor haiwan berlesen. Dos khusus sengaja tidak dipaparkan.
Soalan lazim
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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