Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Selected infectious diseases of reptiles.
- Journal:
- The veterinary clinics of North America. Exotic animal practice
- Year:
- 2009
- Authors:
- Chinnadurai, Sathya K & Devoe, Ryan S
- Affiliation:
- Department of Clinical Sciences at North Carolina State University · United States
- Species:
- reptile
Abstract
Bacterial, fungal, and parasitic diseases in reptiles are occasionally caused by primary pathogens, but often are the result of an immunocompromising condition, such as inappropriate temperatures, humidity, or enclosure hygiene. Treating bacterial and fungal diseases usually requires addressing the predisposing husbandry deficiency. Recent comprehensive publications list many reported bacterial, fungal, and parasitic pathogens. This article discusses general methods for diagnosing and treating infectious diseases, and discusses certain diseases in relation to body systems. Special attention is given to recently reported diseases.
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