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Pet diseases, explained simply

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

1,699 conditions

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 Liver Disease

moderate

Liver disease in birds involves hepatic dysfunction with symptoms like lethargy and weight loss.

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Avian Malaria

moderate

Avian Malaria affects birds with symptoms like lethargy and anemia. Consult a vet for accurate diagnosis and treatment.

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Avian malaria (Plasmodium spp.)

moderate

Avian malaria is a parasitic infection in birds caused by Plasmodium spp., leading to various health issues.

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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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Avian Psittacosis

moderate

Avian psittacosis is a bacterial infection affecting birds that can spread to humans, causing respiratory and systemic symptoms.

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Avian Respiratory Issues

moderate

Understand avian respiratory issues, their causes, symptoms, and treatments to ensure your bird's health.

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Avian Tuberculosis

severe

Avian Tuberculosis is a serious infectious disease in birds caused by Mycobacterium avium.

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Avian tuberculosis (birds)

severe

Avian tuberculosis is a severe, contagious infection affecting birds, caused by Mycobacterium avium.

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Avian Tuberculosis (Mycobacteriosis)

severe

Avian Tuberculosis is a severe infectious disease affecting birds and other pets, caused by mycobacterial infection.

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Avian tuberculosis (Mycobacterium avium complex)

severe

Avian tuberculosis affects birds and some pets, causing severe respiratory issues.

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