Rocky mountain spotted fever
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Three, a 3-year old Goldendoodle, presented with diarrhea, anorexia, depression, and a high fever of over 106.1 degrees. Initial bloodwork showed low platelets, white blood cells, and mild anemia. Radiographs and ultrasound found no foreign materials. Urine tests ruled out Leptospirosis. Tests later confirmed Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever through positive titers. The dog was treated with intravenous fluids, antibiotics, and recovered fully. RMSF is caused by a bacterial infection transmitted by ticks, so precautions against ticks are important for pets and owners.
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Dr. Honey Savla presents information on pyrexia of unknown origin (PUO). PUO is defined as a fever over 38.3°C for at least 3 weeks without a confirmed diagnosis after initial investigations. An approach to a PUO patient involves 4 stages - thorough history and screening tests in stage 1, followed by focused tests and imaging in stage 2, invasive procedures in stage 3 if needed, and therapeutic trials in stage 4. Prognosis is generally better the longer a diagnosis remains elusive, but delay affects outcomes for certain conditions like tuberculosis if not identified promptly.
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- 1. Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever By: Glenn Robinson
- 2. Case Example • “Three” – 3 year old, spayed female, canine, Goldendoodle • History: – Presented for diarrhea and anorexia for one week – Depressed – Has been known to eat things she should not eat
- 3. “Three” • Physical Exam: – Depressed in nature, some pain on abdominal palpation, bright gums with rapid capillary refill time – Concerned about possibly eating something – Fever (over 106.1 degrees) • Diagnostics: – Blood work (CBC, Panel, cPL, 4Dx, and Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever titers) • CBC/Panel- Low platelets, low white blood cells, mild anemia, elevated ALP enzyme • Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever- takes a few days for results – Radiographs: • No signs of foreign materials in gastrointestinal system – Ultrasound: • Nothing unusual seen – Urine test: • Checking for Leptospirosis
- 4. “Three” • Treatment: – Started on intravenous fluids (fluid therapy) – Anti-vomiting medication – Started antibiotics • Summary: – No foreign material in gastrointestinal tract – inconclusive information from initial blood work – Had to develop a plan to rule out causes of fever
- 5. “Three” • Urine test results: –Showed recent vaccination for Lepto • Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever (RMSF) Titers results: –Positive for RMSF!
- 6. What is Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever? • RMSF is a condition caused by a bacterial infection • The bacteria is an intracellular bacteria called Rickettsia rickettsii • This bacteria is transmitted via infected tick bites • It can be found in dogs, cats, humans, and other vertebrates
- 7. Symptoms • Fever • Anorexia • Depression • Coughing • Muscle pain • Neurological symptoms • Nose bleeds • Blood in the stool or urine
- 8. Typical Diagnostics • History: – Seasonal with tick population – Tick exposure • Physical Exam • Blood work • Confirm with direct immunofluorescent testing • RMSF Titers
- 10. Conclusion • Three’s symptoms were similar to many disease processes – Many tests had to be performed to rule out other causes of the symptoms • Even though Three had limited exposure to ticks, it is important to test for RMSF when the symptoms are presented • Three responded well to the antibiotics, and had a full recovery • It is important to remember that RMSF is a zoonotic disease and precautions should be taken to protect yourself and your pet from ticks