Iv fluids, lactulose, d-penicillamine for binding the copper, and zinc acetate given before feeding. Elimination of carriers if vital . A viral disease targeting the liver, kidneys, eyes, and blood stream. Blood tests, x-rays, ultrasound, liver biopsy. This disease is preventable with vaccination.
Treatment is supportive-IV fluids, antibiotics, highly digestible diets.
A bacterial disease caused by leptospirosis. This is a potential communicable disease to people. Depression, loss of appetite, signs of kidney disease, respiratory disease. Treatment is often not rewarding as the disease is diagnosed when the cancer is to far advanced. Diagnosis may be made by blood tests, x-ray, ultrasound, laproscopy, CAT scan, and exploratory surgery.