Nasal disease Flashcards
1
Q
What causes fungal rhinitis in cats and dogs?
A
Aspergillus - dogs
Cryptococcus - cats
2
Q
How is fungal rhinitis treated?
A
Flucanzole/itraconazole
Supportive - NSAIDs, bromhexine
3
Q
How are nasal polyps treated?
A
Surgery
+/- prednisolone to prevent recurrence
4
Q
Where are polyps found commonly in cats?
A
Nasal/pharyx - stertor, sneezing, nasal discharge
Middle ear - ear infection, head tilt, ataxia, shaking
5
Q
What is the treatment for canine nasal adenocarcioma?
A
Radiotherapy
6
Q
How is heartworm and lungworm treated?
A
Fenbendazole
Prevented with milbemycin + moxidectin
