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Treatment takes the form of a 'two-pronged attack'. Penicillin is usually prescribed to end the infection of the blood, and doxycycline is given to eliminate the 'carrier' state
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How much does distemper vaccine cost?
Many shelters give vaccines for very low, or no, cost. Even if you pay "full price" by getting the vaccines at an appointment with the Vet (certainly the "best care" option), the cost of any vaccine is TINY compared to the treatment costs for most illnesses. Costs for treatment of Distemper, Leptospirosis, or Parvo can easily run into the thousands of dollars and sometimes, despite the Vet's best efforts, treatment is unsuccessful.
When does leptospirosis require hospitalization?
Patients with severe illness will require hospitalization for treatment and monitoring. Medication or other treatment for pain, fever, vomiting, fluid loss, bleeding, mental changes, and low blood pressure may be provided.
Can leptospirosis kill you?
Yes
What infections do rats have?
leptospirosis
How common is Leptospirosis?
Between 100 and 200 cases of leptospirosis are reported in the United States each year. Almost 75% of cases of leptospirosis in N. America occur in males. About 50% of these cases occur in Hawaii.
What is the leptospirosis vaccination?
Leptospirosis is an infectious disease caused by a particular type of bacteria called a spirochete. Leptospirosis can be transmitted by many animals such as rats, skunks, opossums, raccoons, foxes, and other vermin. It is transmitted though contact with infected soil or water. The soil or water is contaminated with the waste products of an infected animal. People contract the disease by either ingesting contaminated food or water or by broken skin and mucous membrane (eyes, nose, sinuses, mouth) contact with the contaminated water or soil. Leptospirosis occurs worldwide, but it is most commonly acquired in the tropics. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states 100-200 cases of leptospirosis are reported each year in the United States, with about 50% of cases occurring in Hawaii. How is leptospirosis treated? The treatment of leptospirosis involves high doses of antibiotics. Antibiotic treatment (doxycycline, penicillin) is most effective when initiated early in the course of the illness. Severely ill patients may need hospitalization for IV fluid and antibiotic treatment. Severe liver and kidney manifestations of the infection may require intensive medical care and sometimes dialysis treatment. However, even in severe cases, liver and kidney function often does return after recovery from the illness. Mortality rates for severe illness with leptospirosis can range from 5%-40%, depending on the severity of organ dysfunction and the patient's general health prior to infection. Most previously healthy patients will make a full recovery. A vaccine for leptospirosis is available and used in Europe and Asia. It must be given every year like a flu shot. It is not currently available in the United States. Travelers who are going to an area where leptospirosis is common and who will be engaged in activities that increase likelihood of exposure, can take 200 mg of doxycyline per week by mouth starting before and during the time period of potential exposure. Leptospirosis was a reportable disease in the United States, but it was removed from the national CDC list of reportable diseases. It is, however, still reportable in some states, most notably Hawaii.
How many children have leptospirosis?
47
What year was leptospirosis discovered?
1896
Where is leptospirosis a problem?
Leptospirosis is called a zoonosis because it is a disease of animals that can be transmitted to humans. It can be a very serious problem in the livestock industry.
What are the environmental problems of Hawaii?
Leptospirosis in the streams
How do you prevent leptospirosis in goats?
Vaccinate against it
What is the antibiotic prophylaxis for leptospirosis in children?
penicillin
