Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Mycoplasma felis found in Polish cats with chronic eye inflammation
By Płoneczka-Janeczko, K et al.·Published in Polish journal of veterinary sciences·2011·Department of Epizootiology with Clinic for Birds and Exotic Animals·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Real-time PCR detection of Mycoplasma felis in domestic cats suffering from chronic conjunctivitis (Poland).
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Plain-English summary
A group of 57 domestic cats with chronic eye irritation (conjunctivitis) were tested for a bacteria called Mycoplasma felis, which might be causing their symptoms. Out of these cats, 36 tested positive for the bacteria, indicating that it could be a common but overlooked reason for their eye problems. This study suggests that if your cat has persistent eye issues, it might be worth discussing testing for Mycoplasma felis with your veterinarian.
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Abstract
Real-time PCR directed to intergenic spacer (IGS) noncoding region between 16S and 23S rRNA genes was used for species specific detection of Mycoplasma felis in conjunctival scrapings. Samples were collected from 57 cats suffering from chronic conjunctivitis in 2008-2010 (Wrocław, Poland). Samples from 36 cats (63.2%) were shown to be positive for Mycoplasma felis. Our research gives a first insight in the occurrence of Mycoplasma felis among domestic cats in Poland suggesting that this pathogen may constitute an underestimated cause of chronic conjunctivitis.
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