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Pet diseases, explained simply

Symptoms, causes, prevention and clear guidance on when a vet visit cannot wait.

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Inclusion body disease (IBD) of snakes

critical

Inclusion body disease (IBD) is a fatal viral infection affecting snakes, causing severe neurological symptoms.

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Inclusion body disease (lizards)

severe

Inclusion Body Disease in lizards is a severe viral infection affecting nervous and digestive systems.

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Inclusion body disease (snakes)

severe

Inclusion Body Disease is a severe viral infection affecting snakes, characterized by neurological and respiratory issues.

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Inclusion body disease of boids

critical

Inclusion body disease (IBD) affects boas and pythons, causing severe neurological symptoms. Consult a vet immediately.

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Infectious Bursal Disease

severe

Infectious Bursal Disease affects poultry, causing severe immune issues.

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Infectious Bursal Disease (Gumboro disease)

severe

Highly contagious disease affecting birds, known for immune system suppression.

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Infectious Bursal Disease (IBD)

severe

Infectious Bursal Disease (IBD) affects chickens, causing severe immune system damage. Highly contagious but not zoonotic.

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Infectious Laryngotracheitis

moderate

Infectious Laryngotracheitis affects birds, causing respiratory issues.

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Infectious Pacheco's disease

severe

A severe viral infection in parrots causing liver damage and sudden death.

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Infectious stomatitis

moderate

Infectious stomatitis, also known as mouth rot, affects reptiles, causing oral inflammation and ulcers.

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Infectious Stomatitis (Mouth Rot)

moderate

Infectious Stomatitis, known as Mouth Rot, affects reptiles, causing mouth inflammation and ulcers.

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Infectious stomatitis (mouth rot) in lizards

moderate

Infectious stomatitis in lizards is a common oral infection causing pain and swelling. Consult a vet for treatment.

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Infectious Stomatitis (mouth rot) in reptiles

moderate

Infectious Stomatitis, or mouth rot, affects reptiles causing oral inflammation and requires veterinary attention.

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Infectious stomatitis (mouth rot) in snakes

moderate

Infectious stomatitis, or mouth rot, is a common bacterial infection in snakes causing swelling and mouth discharge.

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Infectious stomatitis (stomatitis)

moderate

Infectious stomatitis affects reptiles, causing mouth inflammation and infection.

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Lawsonia intracellularis infection

moderate

Lawsonia intracellularis causes gastrointestinal issues in pets, requiring veterinary care for effective treatment.

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Leptospirosis

severe

Leptospirosis is a severe bacterial infection affecting pets, causing liver and kidney damage.

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Leptospirosis in Dogs

severe

Leptospirosis in dogs is a severe infectious disease caused by bacteria, affecting multiple body systems.

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Listeriosis

severe

Listeriosis is a severe bacterial infection in pets caused by Listeria monocytogenes.

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Listeriosis (Listeria monocytogenes infection)

severe

Listeriosis in pets is a severe bacterial infection caused by Listeria monocytogenes, affecting various species.

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Lizard inclusion body disease (LIBD)

severe

LIBD is a severe viral disease affecting lizards, causing neurological and digestive issues.

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Lyme Disease

moderate

Lyme disease in pets is an infectious tick-borne illness. Early detection and treatment are vital.

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Lymphocystis disease

moderate

Lymphocystis is a viral disease affecting fish that causes characteristic white nodules on skin, fins, and gills.

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Lymphocytic choriomeningitis

moderate

Lymphocytic choriomeningitis (LCMV) is a viral infection affecting pets, particularly rodents and can be transmitted to humans.

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