Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Dog in New Brunswick diagnosed with histoplasmosis causing diarrhea
By Tyre, Erica et al.·Published in The Canadian veterinary journal = La revue veterinaire canadienne·2007·Atlantic Veterinary College·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Histoplasmosis in a dog from New Brunswick.
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Plain-English summary
A young dog from New Brunswick was brought in with chronic diarrhea, loss of appetite, and weight loss. The vet suspected a fungal infection called histoplasmosis, which was confirmed through tests on lymph node samples and fluid from the abdomen. This case is notable as it is the first reported instance of histoplasmosis in a dog in Atlantic Canada. Treatment details weren't provided, but early diagnosis is crucial for managing such infections effectively.
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Abstract
A young dog was presented with a history of chronic diarrhea, anorexia, and weight loss. Histoplasma capsulatum was suspected, based on cytologic examination of lymph node aspirates and peritoneal fluid, and confirmed by fungal culture. To our knowledge, this is the first case of histoplasmosis diagnosed in a dog in Atlantic Canada.
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