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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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Avian Candidiasis

moderate

Avian Candidiasis is a yeast infection affecting birds, often seen in the digestive tract.

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Avian candidiasis (Candida spp. infection)

mild

Avian candidiasis is a fungal infection in birds, often affecting the digestive tract. Common in stressed or immunocompromised birds.

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Avian cholera

severe

Avian cholera is a severe, contagious bacterial infection affecting birds, caused by Pasteurella multocida.

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Avian cholera (Pasteurella multocida infection)

severe

Avian cholera is a serious bacterial infection affecting birds, caused by Pasteurella multocida.

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Avian gastric yeast infection

moderate

A fungal infection in birds' digestive systems, causing weight loss and digestive issues.

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Avian gastric yeast infection (Macrorhabdus ornithogaster)

moderate

Avian gastric yeast infection affects birds' digestive systems, leading to weight loss and digestive issues.

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Avian Influenza

severe

Avian Influenza is a severe, contagious viral infection affecting birds and some pets, with potential zoonotic risks.

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Avian influenza (bird flu)

severe

Avian influenza is a severe infectious disease affecting birds and pets, potentially zoonotic.

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Avian influenza (Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza)

severe

Avian influenza is a severe, contagious viral infection affecting birds and mammals.

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Avian influenza (influenza A virus)

severe

Avian influenza is a severe contagious viral infection affecting pets, primarily dogs and cats.

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Avian influenza in birds

critical

Avian influenza is a severe viral infection in birds, highly contagious and can spread to humans.

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Avian Mycobacteriosis

severe

Avian Mycobacteriosis is a severe infectious disease in birds caused by Mycobacterium, with potential zoonotic risks.

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Avian Mycobacteriosis (avian tuberculosis)

severe

Avian Mycobacteriosis is a severe infectious disease in birds, potentially transmissible to humans.

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Avian Mycobacteriosis (Mycobacterium avium complex)

severe

Avian Mycobacteriosis affects birds, causing severe health issues. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial. Consult a vet for care.

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Avian Mycoplasmosis (Mycoplasma gallisepticum infection)

moderate

Avian Mycoplasmosis affects birds, causing respiratory issues. Prompt veterinary care is essential.

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Avian Polyomavirus

severe

Avian Polyomavirus is a serious viral infection affecting pet birds, causing feather abnormalities, organ failure, and often death in young birds.

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Avian Polyomavirus in Birds

severe

Avian Polyomavirus is a contagious viral infection in birds causing severe illness, especially in young birds.

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Avian polyomavirus infection

severe

Avian polyomavirus is a severe viral infection affecting young birds, leading to high mortality rates.

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Avian Pox

mild to moderate

Avian Pox is a viral infection affecting birds, characterized by lesions on the skin and mucous membranes.

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Avian pox (Avipoxvirus infection)

moderate

Avian pox is a contagious viral infection affecting birds, causing lesions and respiratory issues.

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Avian Pox (Avipoxvirus)

mild

Avian Pox is a viral disease affecting birds, causing skin lesions and respiratory issues. Consult a vet for proper care.

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Avian Pox (Avipoxvirus) in birds

moderate

Avian Pox is a viral infection affecting birds, causing lesions on skin and mucous membranes.

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Avian pox (fowlpox)

moderate

Avian pox affects birds, causing skin lesions and respiratory issues.

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Avian Pox (Poxvirus Infection)

moderate

Avian Pox is a viral infection affecting birds, causing lesions on skin and mucous membranes.

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