Salmonella Flashcards
1
Q
What type of infection is salmonella
A
Bacteria
2
Q
Where is salmonella localised to
A
Tonsils or GI tract
3
Q
What are the clinical signs of salmonella
A
Pneumonia in cats and dogs
Pyrexia - fever
Septicaemia - blood poisoning
Abortion
Inflammation of intestines
4
Q
How is salmonella diagnosed
A
Stool test
Physical exam
Blood test
5
Q
What are the treatments for salmonella
A
Antimicrobial and supportive care
Rehydration
Antibiotics (not recommended)
6
Q
How to control spread of salmonella
A
Culling/isolation of animals
Vaccination
7
Q
How is salmonella transmitted
A
Humans - eating contaminated food with animal faeces
