Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Candida urinary tract infections in dogs and cats - causes and
By Pressler, Barrak M et al.·Published in Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association·2003·Department of Clinical Sciences, United States·View original on PubMed →
PetCaseFinder translated the abstract of this peer-reviewed paper into plain English so pet owners can read it. We do not publish original research — every detail traces back to the citation above. How we work →
Original publication title: Candida spp. urinary tract infections in 13 dogs and seven cats: predisposing factors, treatment, and outcome.
Plain-English summary
A group of 13 dogs and 7 cats were diagnosed with urinary tract infections caused by a type of yeast called Candida. Many of these pets had other health issues or were taking medications that weakened their immune systems, making them more susceptible to infection. Interestingly, some animals recovered without specific antifungal treatment, suggesting that addressing the underlying health problems is important for recovery. If your pet is showing signs of a urinary tract infection, like frequent urination or straining to urinate, it’s essential to consult your veterinarian about their overall health and any medications they may be on.
People also search for: dog urinary tract infection treatment · cat yeast infection symptoms · how to treat urinary tract infections in pets
Abstract
Records from 20 animals (13 dogs, seven cats) with Candida spp. urinary tract infections were reviewed. Six Candida spp. were isolated; Candida albicans was the most common isolate. Concurrent diseases or nonantifungal drugs administered within 1 month of isolation included antibiotics (n=16), corticosteroids (n=6), diabetes mellitus (n=4), nonurogenital neoplasia (n=3), and noncandidal urogenital disease (n=14). All animals had sources of local or systemic immune compromise that likely predisposed to infection. Of five animals with resolution of infection, three did not receive specific antifungal treatment. The authors conclude that correction of predisposing conditions is likely critical for management of Candida spp. urinary tract infection.
Find similar cases for your pet
PetCaseFinder finds other peer-reviewed reports of pets with the same symptoms, plus a plain-English summary of what was tried across them.
Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12755200/