Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Viral skin diseases of the rabbit.
- Journal:
- The veterinary clinics of North America. Exotic animal practice
- Year:
- 2013
- Authors:
- Meredith, Anna L
- Affiliation:
- Department of Veterinary Clinical Studies · United Kingdom
- Species:
- rabbit
Plain-English summary
This article talks about skin diseases caused by viruses in domestic rabbits, with myxomatosis being the most significant one. It covers how these viruses spread, how they affect rabbits, the signs to look for, how to diagnose them, and possible treatments and prevention methods. Other viruses mentioned include Shope fibroma virus, Shope papilloma virus, and rabbitpox. This information is particularly useful for veterinarians who care for rabbits. Overall, the article aims to help improve understanding and management of these viral skin diseases in rabbits.
Abstract
This article describes the viral skin diseases affecting the domestic rabbit, the most important being myxomatosis. Transmission and pathogenesis, clinical signs, diagnosis, treatment, and control are described and the article will be of interest to veterinary practitioners who treat rabbits. Shope fibroma virus, Shope papilloma virus, and rabbitpox are also discussed.
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