Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Common Emergencies in Pet Birds.
- Journal:
- The veterinary clinics of North America. Exotic animal practice
- Year:
- 2016
- Authors:
- Stout, Jane D
- Affiliation:
- Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital · United States
- Species:
- bird
Plain-English summary
Taking care of sick pet birds can be tricky because they often hide their illness until they are very sick and need immediate help. When a bird shows signs of trouble, like difficulty breathing or other serious symptoms, it's important for the veterinarian to act quickly and gently to stabilize the bird. Common issues that might arise include problems with breathing, digestive issues, reproductive health, nervous system disorders, injuries, and exposure to toxins. How long the bird has been sick and how quickly the vet starts the right treatment can greatly affect how well the bird does.
Abstract
Treating avian emergencies can be a challenging task. Pet birds often mask signs of illness until they are critically ill and require quick initiation of supportive care with minimal handling to stabilize them. This article introduces the clinician to common avian emergency presentations and details initial therapeutics and diagnostics that can be readily performed in the small-animal emergency room. Common disease presentations covered include respiratory and extrarespiratory causes of dyspnea, gastrointestinal signs, reproductive disease, neurologic disorders, trauma, and toxin exposure. The duration and severity of the avian patient's disease and the clinician's initiation of appropriate therapy often determines clinical outcome.
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