Erlicosis and babesiosi are serious conditions and require important care for prevention
Popularly known as “ticks’ disease”, this condition actually includes two distinct diseases: erlicious and babesiosi. Both are transmitted by brown Tick (Rhipicephalus Sanguineus), one of the most common in dogs.
“Erlicosis and babesiosi are the main diseases that characterize what is popularly known as” check disease “. Although both have the same route of transmission and influence the dog defense cells, they act differently in the body”, explains Marina Tiba, veterinary doctor and director of the animal unit of the animal health company.
These diseases require diagnosis and veterinary treatment to protect the animal’s health from complications and even death. “It is important to underline that these diseases are serious and require immediate treatment and the prognosis and prognosis are variable based on the severity of the infection, the response of the body, the species of pathogens involved in the event and even in the presence of comorbilities”, says Marina Tiba.
Symptoms of erlicious
Erlicosis is caused by bacteria Ehrlichia Canistransmitted by the bite of tic tac brown. After entering the bloodstream, bacteria are deposited in white blood cells, compromising the dog’s immune system, causing the destruction of these cells, as well as the possibility of acting with red blood cells (red blood cells) and platelets.
The disease can manifest itself in three phases:
- Acute: Symptoms include fever, apathy, loss of appetite, weakness and bleeding through the nose or mucous membranes. If not treated, the disease can evolve in the subclinical phase;
- Subclinic: The animal may not present signs Evident but still infected. In addition, the PET It is more susceptible to infections and other health complications;
- Chronicle: The disease is aggravated and can cause serious anemia, difficulty in locomotion, swelling in the joints and even insufficient organ.
If not treated correctly, the animal can die. Therefore, the early diagnosis and treatment are essential to increase recovery possibilities.
Symptoms of babesiosi
Babesosis is caused by protozoa of the genus Babesia, being the species Babesia Konis AND Babesia Gibsoni The most common in dogs. The transmission takes place through the brown check bite, which injects the protozoan in the bloodstream of the animal.
“This disease destroys the red blood cells of the animal, causing severe anemia. PET It can have physical and behavioral signs immediately after the infection, such as pallor, loss of appetite, extreme tiredness, lethargy and depression “, explains Marina Tiba.
In more serious cases, babesiosis can cause liver, kidney complications and even lead the animal to death if not treated in time.
Diagnosis of the disease
Early diagnosis is essential for effective treatment and better recovery possibilities. Initially, the veterinarian evaluates the symptoms presented by cubLike fever, anemia, apathy and bleeding.
To confirm the infection, blood tests are required, such as emochrome, which can indicate changes such as platelet fall and anemia. In addition, specific tests, such as serology and PCR (polymerase chain reaction), help to identify the presence of bacteria Ehrlichia Canis or protozoan Babesia sp. in the animal’s body.
Treatment for minting disease
The treatment of error and babesiosis should be started as soon as possible and is performed with specific medicines prescribed by the veterinarian. In the case of the error, antibiotics are used for a period that can vary from weeks to months, depending on the severity of the infection. For the babesiosis, the treatment provides antiparasite drugs, which act by eliminating the protozoan of the dog’s body.
In addition, both cases may require clinical support, including integration, anti -inflammatory drugs, rehydration liquid therapy and, in more serious situations, blood transfusion to stabilize the animal. “Even if the animal has an improvement in the first days, it is essential that the tutor follows the treatment until the end, according to the veterinary orientation, to ensure complete healing and avoid recurrence,” says Marina Tiba.
Prevent erlicosis and babesiosi
The prevention of erlicious and babesiosi is directly linked to the control of ticks, the main means of transmission of these diseases. For this reason, it is essential to keep the environment always clean, avoiding infestations and use of antiparasites such as collars, sprays, pipettes or specific tablets, according to the veterinary recommendation.
In addition, it is important to regularly inspect the dog’s hair, checking legs, armpits, ears and moans, especially after tour Outdoors to remove any ticks before being able to transmit infectious agents.
In addition, regular veterinary consultations and veterinary exams are fundamental for early diagnosis. “By adopting these precautions, it is possible to preserve the quality of life of dogs and avoid complications associated with ticks disease, guaranteeing well -being and safety for animals and their families”, concludes Marina Tiba.
Source: Terra
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