respiratory disorders
nasal disease
presentation
sneezing
snorting
facial swelling
facial rubbing
dyspnoea
nasal discharge
diagnosis
history and clinical examination
blood test; haematology, clotting profile, biochemistry and if pathogens suspected then also a serology
radiography
bacteria and fungal culture
nasal flush for cytology exam
nasal biopsy and histopathandology
rhinoscopy
mri/ ct
veterinary treatment
depends on the causal factor so supportive treatment
nursing requirements
isolating barriers and barrier nurses if thought to be infectious
monitor vital signs
keep patient clean and bathe away discharge and groom if necessary.
encourage the patient to eat by feeding highly palatable food.
humidify the air
diagnostic tests and parameters
biochemistry and if pathogens suspected then also a serology
radiography
bacteria and fungal culture
nasal flush for cytology exam
nasal biopsy and histopathandology
rhinoscopy
mri/ ct
laryngeal disease
presentation
change in vocal ability (dysphonia)
coughing or gagging when attempt to bark or purr
exercise intoralance or dyphonia when in the case of larygeal paralysis
diagnosis
history and clinical examination
examine larynx when patient is under anaesthetised
veterinary treatment
depends on cause:
severe laryngeal- surgery is often indicated
laryngits- supportive treatment and possibly use of anti-inflammatory drugs and antibiotics
nursing requirments
use a head collar or harness to prevent pressure around the neck
provide rest and avoidance of excitement
keep patient cool
adminster oxygen if necessary
veterinary surgeon to anaesthetize and incubate for severe laryngeal paralysis
