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WorksheetsCommon Diseases - Treponematosis
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Worksheet time: 24mins
What is Treponematosis also referred to as?
vent disease or spirochetosis
rabbit fever
lumpy jaw
blue tongue
What is the causative agent of Treponematosis?
Treponema cuniculi
Escherichia coli
Staphylococcus aureus
Mycobacterium tuberculosis
How is Treponematosis transmitted?
Venereally and transplacentally
By mosquito bite
Through contaminated water
By inhalation of spores
Definitive diagnosis of Treponematosis is based on clinical signs and observation of the spirochete by which methods?
Darkfield microscopy or serologic testing
Gram staining and culture
ELISA and PCR only
Urine analysis and X-ray
How are infected rabbits treated for Treponematosis?
With penicillin, given by parenteral injection once a week for 3 weeks
With oral tetracycline for 10 days
With topical antifungal cream for 2 weeks
With vitamin supplements and increased hydration
Why might a high-fiber diet and administration of antidiarrheals be needed in rabbits treated for Treponematosis?
To avoid potential complications of antibiotic therapy
To increase the absorption of antibiotics
To directly treat the Treponematosis infection
To prevent dehydration caused by fever
Which of the following is NOT routinely found in the United States?
Viral disease
Bacterial infection
Fungal infection
Parasitic infestation
Viral diseases of rabbits include which of the following?
Herpesvirus III infections
Myxomatosis
Infectious fibromas
Papillomatosis
Rabbit pox
Papilloma virus in rabbits includes which types?
Oral papilloma virus and cutaneous papilloma virus
Respiratory papilloma virus and hepatic papilloma virus
Gastrointestinal papilloma virus and renal papilloma virus
Ocular papilloma virus and splenic papilloma virus
What type of rabbits has Rotavirus type A been found in, and how are the infections generally described?
Only sick rabbits; infections are always fatal
Clinically normal rabbits; infections are generally self-limiting
Only young rabbits; infections are always severe
Wild rabbits; infections are never serious
How is Rotavirus transmitted in rabbits?
Transmitted by the fecal-oral route
Transmitted by direct inhalation of air
Transmitted by skin contact
Transmitted by insect bites
What are common signs of Rotavirus infection in young rabbits?
Severe watery diarrhea, anorexia, and dehydration
Coughing, sneezing, and nasal discharge
Hair loss, itching, and skin lesions
Limping, swollen joints, and lameness
Mortality can be as high as ____ in rabbits younger than 6 months.
80%
20%
50%
35%
Secondary infection with which organisms can result in much higher mortality in rabbits with Rotavirus?
Clostridium spp. or E. coli
Salmonella or Staphylococcus
Pasteurella or Bordetella
Myxoma virus or Herpesvirus
Is there an effective treatment for Rotavirus in rabbits?
True
False
What does recovery from Rotavirus infection provide to rabbits?
A degree of immunity, although the animals remain seropositive for the virus
Complete and lifelong immunity, with no further risk of infection
No immunity at all, and rabbits become more susceptible to future infections
Immediate elimination of all viral particles from the body
Viral hemorrhagic disease is an acute and highly contagious disease that is widespread in which countries?
China, Korea, and many European countries.
United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Australia, New Zealand, and Fiji.
Brazil, Argentina, and Chile.
What is the believed causative agent of viral hemorrhagic disease?
A type of parvovirus or retrovirus.
A type of bacterium.
A type of fungus.
A type of protozoan.
What is the most likely route of infection for viral hemorrhagic disease?
Aerosol transmission.
Direct skin contact.
Ingestion of contaminated food.
Vector-borne transmission.
Viral hemorrhagic disease primarily affects which animals?
Adult rabbits, especially gestating and lactating does.
Young chickens under 2 weeks old.
Adult cattle, especially bulls.
Domestic cats, especially kittens.
What can occur without prior clinical signs in viral hemorrhagic disease?
Acute death can occur without prior clinical signs.
Chronic weight gain can occur without prior clinical signs.
Gradual feather regrowth can occur without prior clinical signs.
Improved appetite can occur without prior clinical signs.
What are common symptoms of viral hemorrhagic disease?
Dyspnea and tachycardia are common; seizurelike activity can occur, followed quickly by collapse and death.
Persistent cough and nasal discharge are common; mild fever may be present.
Joint pain and skin rashes are common; gradual weight loss is observed.
Frequent urination and excessive thirst are common; blurred vision may develop.
Is a vaccine available for viral hemorrhagic disease?
True
False
What is required for rabbits imported into the United States from European and Asian countries to prevent viral hemorrhagic disease?
Strict quarantine is required.
No special requirements are needed.
Only a health certificate is required.
Vaccination upon arrival is sufficient.
What is a leading cause of death in intact pet female rabbits?
Lymphosarcoma
Uterine adenocarcinoma
Embryonal nephroma
Bile duct adenoma
Clinical signs of uterine adenocarcinoma in rabbits include palpable uterine nodules, decreased fertility, and _______.
dystocia
polyuria
alopecia
otitis
Multiple tumors are usually present and grow rapidly in which rabbit neoplasia?
Lymphosarcoma
Embryonal nephroma
Uterine adenocarcinoma
Bile duct adenoma
Metastasis of uterine adenocarcinoma in rabbits is especially common to which tissues?
Liver
Pulmonary tissues
Skin
Stomach
Lymphosarcoma, embryonal nephroma, and bile duct adenoma and carcinoma are also somewhat common in rabbits.
True
False
Which age group is primarily affected by lymphosarcoma, embryonal nephroma, and bile duct adenoma in rabbits?
Elderly rabbits
Juveniles and young adults
Middle-aged rabbits
All age groups equally
Other rare neoplasias reported in rabbits include ovarian, testicular, stomach, urinary bladder, and _______ cancers.
skin
lung
bone
liver
What is moist dermatitis commonly referred to as?
Slobbers
Droolers
Wet skin
Foul folds
Moist dermatitis is the result of bacterial infection of skin that is chronically wet because of ________ (e.g., from malocclusion) or poor husbandry.
drooling
scratching
shedding
bruising
Where is foul-smelling exudative dermatitis present in cases of moist dermatitis?
Around the folds of the dewlap
On the back
On the paws
Inside the ears
Treatment for moist dermatitis is aimed at correcting the cause. Topical or systemic ________ are usually helpful.
antibiotics
antivirals
antifungals
analgesics
Observe the image of the animal's feet. The condition most likely affecting the animal's hooves is:
Foot rot
Laminitis
Hoof abscess
White line disease
What type of condition is Buphthalmia?
Infectious disease
Hereditary condition
Nutritional deficiency
Environmental disorder
Buphthalmia is common in which type of rabbits?
Dutch rabbits
New Zealand white rabbits
Flemish Giant rabbits
Rex rabbits
Affected animals have enlarged, protruding eyes, corneal opacity, and ________.
ulceration
blindness
swelling
redness
One or both eyes can be infected in Buphthalmia, and rupture of the eye is possible.
True
False
How is the diagnosis of Buphthalmia usually made?
Diagnosis is based on clinical signs, and affected animals are usually euthanized.
Diagnosis is confirmed only through genetic testing.
Diagnosis is made by observing changes in blood pressure.
Diagnosis is based solely on laboratory blood tests.
Antibiotics that remove normal gram-positive flora can result in ________ overgrowth with consequent septicemia.
gram-negative
fungal
viral
protozoal
Splay leg is observed in ________. It may be an inheritable condition or a teratologic (congenital) malformation.
neonates
adults
juveniles
elderly
What is malocclusion in domestic rabbits?
A viral infection
A genetic condition with an autosomal recessive inheritance pattern
A bacterial disease
A nutritional deficiency
Malocclusion presents as an overgrowth of the _______ and prohibits the normal wearing of the incisors.
mandibular incisors
maxillary molars
palatine bone
zygomatic arch
Which of the following is true about maxillary incisors in malocclusion?
They tend to grow in a curve and may pierce the palate
They always grow straight
They fall out easily
They do not affect the palate
Affected animals with malocclusion are usually unable to eat and may die of starvation.
True
False
What is the recommended treatment for malocclusion in domestic rabbits?
Antibiotics
Surgery
Regular clipping of the incisors
Dietary changes
