Cat Flu and Respiratory Distress
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What is a significant consequence of inflammation in the nasal passage in cats?

  • Cold-like symptoms
  • Difficulty in breathing (correct)
  • Excessive thirst
  • Increased appetite
  • What is a common characteristic of cat flu?

  • They do not require treatment in other cats nearby
  • They may show varied presentations within a group (correct)
  • They always result in high fever
  • They only affect one side of the body
  • Which virus is known to cause damage to nasal bones in cats?

  • Feline calicivirus (FCV)
  • Chlamydia felis ('Chlamydia')
  • Bordetella bronchiseptica
  • Feline herpesvirus (FHV) (correct)
  • what is the most likely route of transmission of Bordetella bronchiseptica in cats?

    <p>Through airborne particulates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to treat all cats in proximity when dealing with an infected cat?

    <p>To prevent the harmful outbreaks that may occur</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic sign of Feline Herpes Virus presentation as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Damage to ethmoturbinate bones as a kitten</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of Feline Herpes Virus (FHV-1)?

    <p>Transmitted mainly through fomites</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which treatment is effective for a polyp associated with Feline Herpes Virus?

    <p>Surgical Excision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a unique feature of Feline Calicivirus (FCV) compared to FHV-1?

    <p>Hardy in the environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following diseases is associated with Feline Calicivirus (FCV) and Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV)?

    <p>Feline chronic gingivitis stomatitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary method of transmission for Chlamydia felis?

    <p>cat-cat direct transmission</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is stress control important in managing diseases like Cat Flu?

    <p>To reduce recrudescence risk</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Floppy kittens' and Synovitis are characteristic signs of which viral disease?

    <p>Feline Calicivirus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Chemosis' (inflamed conjunctiva) is often associated with which specific disease mentioned in the text?

    <p>$Chlamydia felis$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What specific antibiotic treatment is recommended for cat flu?

    <p>Doxycycline</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of supplementing with potassium in cat flu cases?

    <p>To prevent further inappetence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which antiviral is being used to treat herpes cases?

    <p>Famciclovir</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the challenges associated with using a nebulizer with a cat?

    <p>It can be difficult to manage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which eye condition can liquid tears help calm and make comfortable?

    <p>Dry eyes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main concern with the use of L-Lysine for herpes cases according to the text?

    <p>It depletes cats of arginine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disinfectant effectiveness aspect is emphasized in relation to Feline Calicivirus (FCV) in the text?

    <p>It is resistant to many disinfectants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text suggest as a key preventive environmental measure for cat flu transmission?

    <p><strong>Providing good ventilation</strong> and low stress environments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for relying more on cell immunity rather than antibody levels in reference to FCV?

    <p><strong>Antibody levels do not correlate with protection</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a long-lasting consequence that can result from a kitten contracting Feline Herpes Virus?

    <p>Chronic snuffling and reoccurring infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What makes the DNA virus characteristic of Feline Herpes Virus (FHV-1) different from an RNA virus?

    <p>Slow mutation rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might high levels of lesions on the front legs and head in a cat indicate, according to the text?

    <p>Feline Herpes Virus (FHV)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which symptom of Feline Herpes Virus presentation is outlined below?

    <p>'Herpetic dermatitis'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Stress-related recrudescence' is a characteristic attributed to which respiratory disease mentioned in the text?

    <p>'Feline Herpes Virus'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a unique feature of Feline Calicivirus (FCV) compared to Feline Herpes Virus (FHV-1)?

    <p>FCV can mutate rapidly rendering vaccination ineffective, unlike FHV-1.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary challenge associated with treating Feline Chronic Gingivitis Stomatitis (FCGS)?

    <p>Severe pain and difficulty in eating for affected cats.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant characteristic of Calicivirus spread?

    <p>High number of cats shedding the virus without showing symptoms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Chalmydia felis often presents bilaterally?

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the characteristics of Feline Calicivirus (FCV) that make it difficult to control in a multi-cat environment?

    <p>Shed by a high number of cats, fast-evolving, hardy in the environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the challenges associated with treating Feline Chronic Gingivitis Stomatitis (FCGS)?

    <p>Extremely painful, struggle to eat, won't tolerate oral examination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the main respiratory diseases make up cat flu??

    <p>Feline herpesvirus (FHV), Feline calicivirus (FCV), Chlamydia felis, Bordetella bronchiseptica, Mycoplasma felis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Calicivirus deplete the effectiveness of vaccination against it?

    <p>Calicivirus is an RNA virus hence is a highly mutating virus, hence it is difficult to produce a single vaccine that manages this.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Describe the chronic nasal damage caused by Feline Herpes Virus (FHV) in kittens.

    <p>Highly destructive, easily damages turbinates, leads to chronic snuffling and recurring infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the clinical presentations associated with Feline Herpes Virus (FHV) infection?

    <p>Flu signs, ocular ulcers, herpetic dermatitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of stress in the recrudescence of respiratory diseases in cats?

    <p>Stress can trigger recrudescence of the diseases</p> Signup and view all the answers

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