Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Coccidioidomycosis in dogs and cats - symptoms and treatment
By Graupmann-Kuzma, Angela et al.·Published in Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association·2008·College of Veterinary Medicine, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Coccidioidomycosis in dogs and cats: a review.
Plain-English summary
A dog or cat that has been exposed to certain areas may develop coccidioidomycosis, a fungal infection that often starts in the lungs and can lead to a chronic cough. If the infection spreads, it can cause various symptoms, including skin problems, bone pain, heart issues, or neurological signs. Diagnosing this condition typically involves blood tests and examining tissue samples. If your pet shows signs of chronic illness or respiratory problems and has been in an area where this fungus is common, it's important to discuss these possibilities with your veterinarian for appropriate testing and treatment.
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Abstract
The dimorphic fungi Coccidioides immitis and Coccidioides posadasii are the causative agents of coccidioidomycosis. Dogs and cats residing in and visiting endemic areas are at risk of exposure to infectious arthrospores. The primary infection is pulmonary and frequently results in chronic cough. Disseminated disease is common and causes cutaneous, osseous, cardiac, ocular, nervous system, or other organ disease. Radiographic changes include a variable degree of interstitial pulmonary infiltration, hilar lymphadenopathy, and osseous lesions. Serological titers support the diagnosis, but definitive diagnosis relies on identification of Coccidioides in cytological or tissue samples. Coccidioidomycosis should be considered in any dog or cat that has been potentially exposed during the previous 3 years and is presented with chronic illness, respiratory signs, lameness, lymphadenopathy, nonhealing cutaneous lesions, or neurological, ocular, or cardiac abnormalities.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18762558/