Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Puppy with fever and jaundice diagnosed with rare bacterial infection
By Amir Rostami et al.·Published in The Iranian Journal of Veterinary Science and Technology·2011·University of Tehran, IR·View original on DOAJ →
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Original publication title: A case report of atypical borreliosis in a dog
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
A one-month-old puppy was brought to the vet with a fever, yellowing of the skin (jaundice), and digestive issues. Blood tests showed severe anemia, high white blood cell counts, low platelet counts, and a strong presence of bacteria in the blood. Although attempts to isolate the bacteria in the lab were unsuccessful, the puppy was treated with antibiotics and made a full recovery.
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Abstract
Borreliosis is a bacterial zoonosis transmitted by arthropods. The infection is more common in dogs than other domestic animals. A one-month-old puppy with fever, jaundice and digestion disorder was referred to Small Animal Hospital. Laboratory results included severely regenerative anemia, neutrophilia, thrombocytopenia, strong spirochetemia and significant changes in serum proteins. The attempt to isolate the bacteria in animal laboratory failed. The infection was treated using the antibiotics and the animal completely recovered.
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Search related cases →Original publication on DOAJ: https://doi.org/10.22067/veterinary.v3i2.17877