Leporine Flashcards
1
Q
Treatment for treponematosis
A
IM penicillin all in contact and affected rabbits 5-7 days, tetracycline and chloramphenicol also effective
2
Q
Antibiotics to avoid in rabbits
A
Avoid orals esp gram +ves like lincosamides (clindamycin, lincomycin) which upset gut flora
3
Q
Clinical signs of treponematosis
A
Genital scabs, perineal ulcerations and crusty exudate around the nose and eyes.
