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Ehrlichiosis Flashcards

1
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What type of bacteria causes Ehrlichiosis?

A

Erlichia canis

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What kind of disease is Erlichia canis (Ehrlichiosis) categorized as?

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Rickettsial Disease

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What kind of tick spreads the Rickettsial Disease Erlichia canis?

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Brown Dog Tick
(Rhipichephalus sanguineus)

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Clinical signs of Erlichia canis (Ehrlichiosis)?

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Acute: general / vague
Chronic: Bleeding Tendencies

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Diagnosis of Erlichia canis (Ehrlichiosis)

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Hematology: Thrombocytopenia most common sign

Blood Smear Identification

Serology: Immunoflurescent Antibody Test

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Treatment of Erlichia canis (Ehrlichiosis)

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Antibiotics: Tetracycline or Doxycycline
*Tick Control Important

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