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15 scary diseases you can get from your pet

Veterinarians warn of the most common diseases spread by pets

15 scary diseases you can get from your pet

Veterinarians warn of the most common diseases spread by pets

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15 scary diseases you can get from your pet

Veterinarians warn of the most common diseases spread by pets

As wonderful as our furry (or scaly or feathered) friends are, there are certain health risks that come with having an animal in your home.

바카라 게임 웹사이트Zoonotic diseases (zoonoses) are those that can be transmitted between animals and people,바카라 게임 웹사이트 explains , an associate professor of public health and epidemiology at Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine. 바카라 게임 웹사이트Animals, whether wild or domesticated, can transmit harmful bacteria, viruses, parasites and fungi to humans.바카라 게임 웹사이트

But talking to your veterinarian about possible disease transmission can help you avoid the risks. Diseases from pets can be transmitted through contact with bodily fluids, touching and/or petting, through bites and scratches, inhalation and through mosquitoes, ticks and fleas, Gallagher says. Very young children, the elderly and those with compromised immune systems are particularly at high risk.

Here are 15 diseases you can get from your pet.

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Toxoplasmosis

바카라 게임 웹사이트Toxoplasmosis (Toxoplasma Gondii) is a parasitic infection in which cats are the main source of infection,바카라 게임 웹사이트 explains Gallagher. While healthy people don바카라 게임 웹사이트t typically contract the disease, it can cause serious health complications for pregnant women and immunocompromised people. Be sure to change the cat litter frequently (once a day if anyone has a weakened immune system in the house), and thoroughly wash your hands afterward. Pregnant women should avoid changing the cat litter altogether. Keeping your cat indoors will also help prevent them from contracting it.

Symptoms in pets: Cats don바카라 게임 웹사이트t typically show symptoms of toxoplasmosis. Kittens, who are more vulnerable, may get diarrhea.

Symptoms in humans: Healthy people often won바카라 게임 웹사이트t show any symptoms, and the that some 40 million people may be living with toxoplasmosis. Some people will have , including swollen lymph nodes or enduring muscle aches.

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Rabies

While it's unlikely that you바카라 게임 웹사이트ll contract rabies from your pet (it바카라 게임 웹사이트s most commonly contracted from wild animals like raccoons and bats), it바카라 게임 웹사이트s within the realm of possibility since it is transmitted through the saliva of an infected animal. 바카라 게임 웹사이트The disease is most commonly contracted through a bite, although potentially it could be transmitted through a scratch as well,바카라 게임 웹사이트 says , a veterinary health expert with . 바카라 게임 웹사이트Although human exposure to rabies from a dog is uncommon, it's worth noting since rabies is almost 100% fatal if the person is not treated immediately after exposure.바카라 게임 웹사이트 The best way to prevent it is to keep your pet up-to-date with their vaccines.

Symptoms in pets: Foaming at the mouth is the most common sign of rabies, but other symptoms could include behavioral changes, fever, hypersensitivity to touch, light and sound, hiding in dark places, staggering, loss of appetite and seizures.

Symptoms in humans: According to the CDC, preliminary symptoms can include fever, and weakness, but as it progresses and infects the central nervous system, you can experience insomnia, , confusion, partial paralysis and hallucinations.

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Salmonella

You바카라 게임 웹사이트re probably aware that you can get from raw or undercooked poultry, but did you know you can get it from your pets? 바카라 게임 웹사이트This infection can also be caused by the bacteria that live on the skin of pet reptiles,바카라 게임 웹사이트 warns , a board-certified dermatologist in Los Angeles. , a food safety lawyer, also says they have seen cases of , and causing salmonella outbreaks.

To avoid it wash your hands well after handling reptiles, especially after feeding them. Be sure to also clean pet toys and bedding outside.

Symptoms in pets: Reptiles don바카라 게임 웹사이트t typically present with symptoms of salmonella, says Shainhouse.

Symptoms in humans: Fever, headache, abdominal pain, , vomiting and chills are common symptoms in humans, according to Shainhouse.

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Leptospirosis

바카라 게임 웹사이트Leptospirosis is a bacteria that is shed in the urine of infected animals. Our pets can contract this infection from ground water that is contaminated by infected wildlife. Though this infection does require contact with infected urine, it바카라 게임 웹사이트s much easier than you may think to inadvertently come in contact with your pet's urine,바카라 게임 웹사이트 says Johanna Reel, in-house registered veterinary technician. Get your pet vaccinated against the disease, and don't swim in water that may be contaminated with animal urine.

Symptoms in pets: Some animals won바카라 게임 웹사이트t show signs of leptospirosis, while others may have fever, vomiting, diarrhea, refusal to eat, depression, infertility and other symptoms.

Symptoms in humans: Some people with leptospirosis won바카라 게임 웹사이트t have any symptoms, while others may have high fever, headache, chills, muscle aches, vomiting, diarrhea, rash or other symptoms. , if you recover from a first phase of symptoms and become more severely ill a second time, it could be a sign of meningitis or kidney or liver failure.

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Toxocariasis

Most commonly contracted from the feces of dogs but sometimes from cats, toxocariasis is a parasitic disease from the larvae of toxocara roundworms. Shainhouse says, "Be careful to use gloves or a plastic bag or shovel to clean up doggy poop and wash your hands well afterward."

Symptoms in pets: Diarrhea, vomiting, bloody stool, worms seen in the stool

Symptoms in humans: 바카라 게임 웹사이트Humans contract roundworm infections by oral-fecal transmission, but the worms tend to end up in the lungs, which can present as shortness of breath and hives/itch, abdominal pain, bloody stool,바카라 게임 웹사이트 explains Shainhouse.

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Tapeworm

바카라 게임 웹사이트While you can contract this by eating undercooked pork, you can also contract this from an infected pet,바카라 게임 웹사이트 explains Shainhouse. It is contracted via oral-fecal transmission through direct contact with pet stool (which is more common than you may think). You can prevent contracting tapeworm by handling animal feces with gloves or a shovel and washing your hands thoroughly.

Symptoms in pets: According to Shainhouse, abdominal pain, diarrhea, rice-like pieces in the stool, fatigue, hunger or loss of appetite and longer worms in vomit are signs of tapeworm. She says that pets with tapeworm also often drag their bottoms along the ground.

Symptoms in humans: Abdominal pain, diarrhea, rice-like pieces in the stool, fatigue, hunger or loss of appetite.

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Ringworm

바카라 게임 웹사이트Ringworm, which is a fungal disease (despite the deceptive name), grows on hair follicles. It is transmitted through direct contact,바카라 게임 웹사이트 explained Richter. Cleaning your pet's bedding regularly, frequently washing your hands, vacuuming and disinfecting are your best bets for avoiding ringworm.

Symptoms in pets: Animals get the same circular lesion as humans, but it can be difficult to see under their fur so look out for signs like red lesions, crusty skin and patchy hair.

Symptoms in humans: Ringworm in humans is usually easy to spot thanks to the telltale ring-shaped rash that is often red and itchy.

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Cat scratch disease

바카라 게임 웹사이트This bacterial infection is caused by Bartonella henselae, which is carried by kittens. It is transmitted to humans via a scratch from the infected animal,바카라 게임 웹사이트 explained Shainhouse. , 30% to 40% of adopted shelter cats have documented cases of cat scratch fever. People with weakened immune systems are at higher risk, so they may want to hold off getting a kitten less than a year old, since they're more likely to get the infection. If you do get scratched, wash the area immediately.

Symptoms in pets: Cats usually don바카라 게임 웹사이트t show any symptoms but in some cases may have a fever, and in rare cases, may have labored breathing, vomiting, swollen lymph nodes, red eyes and/or decreased appetite. And despite the name, dogs can also get cat scratch fever and may show signs of fever, arrhythmia and inflammation of the heart (endocarditis).

Symptoms in humans: Cat scratch fever is often contracted by kids who can show symptoms like fever and enlarged lymph nodes.

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Giardia

바카라 게임 웹사이트Pets can also pass some parasites on to their humans,바카라 게임 웹사이트 says Reel. 바카라 게임 웹사이트Giardia is a common intestinal parasitic microorganism, which causes severe gastrointestinal symptoms. This parasite can be spread through contact with contaminated water or contact with infected fecal matter.

Symptoms in pets: Painful gas, stomach cramps, diarrhea and vomiting are common.

Symptoms in humans: Painful gas, stomach cramps, diarrhea and vomiting are some of the common symptoms in humans as well.

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Pet scabies (mange)

Not to be confused with human scabies, pet scabies can바카라 게임 웹사이트t truly be spread to humans but can cause some discomfort. 바카라 게임 웹사이트In pet scabies, the animal is the only viable host for the mite, meaning the mite only lives on the pet,바카라 게임 웹사이트 explained Shainhouse. 바카라 게임 웹사이트However, the mite can jump off of the pet, bite the human owner, then jump back home (aka the pet바카라 게임 웹사이트s skin).바카라 게임 웹사이트 The best way to protect you and your dog is to avoid having your dog around other animals that have it.

Symptoms in pets: Pet scabies can affect your pet 바카라 게임 웹사이트 typically dogs바카라 게임 웹사이트 with severe itching, rash, blisters and sores.

Symptoms in humans: Temporary itching and skin irritation.

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Campylobacteriosis

Camp-what? The name may be hard to pronounce, but the CDC estimates that Campylobacter is the top cause of bacterial diarrheal illness in the country. Though it바카라 게임 웹사이트s typically contracted from raw or undercooked poultry, pets can also spread it. 바카라 게임 웹사이트Campylobacteriosis is a bacterial disease cause by Campylobacter species. Fecal-oral transmission can result in gastrointestinal symptoms in most healthy persons. More serious infections can occur if a person is very young, elderly or immunocompromised,바카라 게임 웹사이트 said Gallagher.

That's why it's important to wash your hands frequently, especially if you come in contact with animal feces.

Symptoms in pets: Most common in puppies younger than six months old. Fever, vomiting and enlarged lymph nodes are possible symptoms in your dog.

Symptoms in humans: Severe, often bloody diarrhea, fever and abdominal cramps are the top symptoms.

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Myobacterium marinum

Although our furry friends get the brunt of the diseases that can be passed on to humans, our scaled sidekicks aren바카라 게임 웹사이트t without their possible infections. Mycobacterium Marinum grows in fish tanks and can be spread to humans. 바카라 게임 웹사이트It is commonly seen in people who put their ungloved hands into fish tanks (like when you clean out your pet바카라 게임 웹사이트s tank),바카라 게임 웹사이트 said Shainhouse. So, be sure to wear gloves when scooping out fish and cleaning the fish tank.

Symptoms in humans: Red bumps or sores on the hand or finger that can spread to the arm. Symptoms can also include low-grade fevers.

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Hookworms

Yet another canine parasite, hookworms suck on the intestinal lining of dogs. The eggs in the pet feces could transfer through the skin if you come in contact with it. Thoroughly washing your hands will go a long way, especially after curbing your dog.

Symptoms in pets: Diarrhea, weight loss

Symptoms in humans: People often show no symptoms but can come down with loss of appetite, anemia, cough, wheezing or rash.

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Cellulitis

바카라 게임 웹사이트Dog and cat bites that pierce human skin can cause severe skin infection and cellulitis if not treated immediately,바카라 게임 웹사이트 warned Shainhouse. 바카라 게임 웹사이트Cats바카라 게임 웹사이트 mouths carry Pasturella multocida, while dogs carry Staphylococcus, Streptomyces and Capnocytophaga sp.바카라 게임 웹사이트 Avoid rough play with your pets or other animals that might result in them taking an unintentional nibble of your skin.

Symptoms in pets: None.

Symptoms in humans: Bite mark and severe skin infection.

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Irritant contact dermatitis

Though it바카라 게임 웹사이트s not totally a disease, contact dermatitis is an irritating side effect of having pets for some people. 바카라 게임 웹사이트Pet kisses may be a sign of affection or loyalty, but it can cause skin irritation in humans,바카라 게임 웹사이트 said Shainhouse.

바카라 게임 웹사이트If you are crazy enough to have a pet tarantula, know that they are not soft and fuzzy. Their 바카라 게임 웹사이트fur바카라 게임 웹사이트 is actually spines that can be shed as protection when they are afraid or in fighting mode. These spines can prickle your skin and cause an .바카라 게임 웹사이트

Take preventative measures especially if you have sensitive skin, like washing up after getting licked by your pet to prevent a rash.

Symptoms in pets: None

Symptoms in humans: Skin irritation, rash and itchiness.

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