Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Pneumonia from Mycoplasma infection in three cats treated successfully
By Foster, S F et al.·Published in Australian veterinary journal·1998·Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, United Kingdom·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Pneumonia associated with Mycoplasma spp in three cats.
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- cat
Plain-English summary
Three cats were diagnosed with pneumonia caused by Mycoplasma bacteria, which was confirmed through tests of their lung fluid. One cat had no obvious reasons for the illness, while another had issues with its esophagus, and the third had been exposed to cigarette smoke and had severe gum disease. After starting treatment with antibiotics specifically targeting Mycoplasma, all three cats showed quick and complete recovery from their respiratory symptoms. This case highlights the importance of considering Mycoplasma as a potential cause of pneumonia in cats.
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Abstract
Mycoplasma spp were isolated in pure culture from bronchoalveolar lavage specimens from three cats with clinical, cytological and radiographic signs of bronchopneumonia or suppurative bronchitis. Predisposing factors were not identified in the first case, the second cat had oesophageal hypomotility, while the third cat had been exposed to cigarette smoke and had advanced periodontal disease. Respiratory signs resolved promptly and completely in all cases following antimicrobial therapy directed against mycoplasmas. Mycoplasma spp are possible causes of lower respiratory tract disease in cats and this should be considered when selecting empirical therapy for feline airway disease and pneumonia. In some situations mycoplasmas may behave as primary lower respiratory tract pathogens in cats.
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