Young Dogs Diseases Flashcards

1
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What disease has an apparent breed predisposition affecting Beagles, Bernese mountain dogs, Boxers & English pointers?

A

Steriod-responsive meningitis-arteritis (SRMA)

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What is the most sensitive way to diagnose Steriod-responsive meningitis-arteritis (SRMA)? What can we see?

A

Spinal Tap, Severe neutrophilic pleocytosis

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3
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Ataxia, neurologic deficits (+/- pain) – usually toy breeds < 1 year

A

Atlantoaxial subluxation (AAS)
(cast on neck)

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Mainly cervical pain, acute, no neuro deficits, large breeds < 2 years

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SRMA

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