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What is a common clinical sign of feline viral rhinotracheitis (FVR)?
What is a common clinical sign of feline viral rhinotracheitis (FVR)?
How long can signs persist in severe cases of FVR infection?
How long can signs persist in severe cases of FVR infection?
Which statement about feline caliciviruses is true?
Which statement about feline caliciviruses is true?
Why is the prognosis for FVR usually good?
Why is the prognosis for FVR usually good?
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Which age group of kittens is most commonly affected by the 'limping syndrome' caused by two strains of calicivirus?
Which age group of kittens is most commonly affected by the 'limping syndrome' caused by two strains of calicivirus?
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What is a common symptom associated with persistent calicivirus infections in cats?
What is a common symptom associated with persistent calicivirus infections in cats?
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What is a characteristic clinical course of the 'limping syndrome' caused by certain strains of calicivirus?
What is a characteristic clinical course of the 'limping syndrome' caused by certain strains of calicivirus?
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Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a symptom of Mycoplasma spp infection in cats according to the text?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a symptom of Mycoplasma spp infection in cats according to the text?
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What can be a consequence of persistent calicivirus infections in cats?
What can be a consequence of persistent calicivirus infections in cats?
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What is a characteristic sign of C felis infections in cats according to the text?
What is a characteristic sign of C felis infections in cats according to the text?
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What is the characteristic histologic lesion of FVR infection?
What is the characteristic histologic lesion of FVR infection?
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Which site in the respiratory tract is NOT mentioned as having early inclusions during the early stage of FVR infection?
Which site in the respiratory tract is NOT mentioned as having early inclusions during the early stage of FVR infection?
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What is the characteristic lesion caused by FCV infection?
What is the characteristic lesion caused by FCV infection?
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Which viral infection is associated with the destruction of epithelial cells of the bronchioles and alveoli in cats?
Which viral infection is associated with the destruction of epithelial cells of the bronchioles and alveoli in cats?
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Study Notes
Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis (FVR)
- Common clinical sign: sneezing, nasal discharge, and conjunctivitis
- Signs can persist in severe cases: 2-4 weeks
- Prognosis is usually good due to the immune system's ability to eliminate the virus
Feline Calicivirus (FCV)
- True statement: FCV is highly contagious and can cause a range of symptoms
- 'Limping syndrome' caused by two strains of FCV affects kittens 2-6 months old
- Persistent infections can cause chronic symptoms, such as arthritis and oral lesions
- Characteristic clinical course of 'limping syndrome': sudden onset of lameness, progressing to multiple limb involvement
Mycoplasma spp Infection
- NOT mentioned as a symptom: vomiting
Respiratory Infections
- Consequence of persistent calicivirus infections: chronic bronchitis and bronchiectasis
- Characteristic sign of C felis infections: high fever, pneumonia, and anemia
- Characteristic histologic lesion of FVR infection: syncytial cells in the respiratory epithelium
- Site NOT mentioned as having early inclusions during the early stage of FVR infection: bronchioles
- Characteristic lesion caused by FCV infection: ulcers and erosions in the oral cavity
- Viral infection associated with the destruction of epithelial cells of the bronchioles and alveoli: FVR
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Test your knowledge on the symptoms and clinical signs associated with Feline Herpesvirus infection in cats. Learn about fever, sneezing, nasal discharge, conjunctivitis, and other common manifestations of the illness.
