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Post by ZandraJoi on Apr 29, 2023 9:55:26 GMT -5
www.barkandwhiskers.com/pythiosisStory at-a-glance Pythiosis is a serious infection caused by Pythium insidiosum organisms, which are closely related to algae but behave more like fungus P. insidiosum is often found in ponds, swamps, bayous and other forms of stagnant water, which is why it’s sometimes called “swamp cancer” While once only found in U.S. states that border the Gulf of Mexico, its range has expanded, with reports showing cases of pythiosis in New Jersey, Wisconsin, Northern California and more Signs of pythiosis include nonhealing sources, chronic diarrhea or vomiting and unexplained weight loss; gastrointestinal masses may also occur Pythiosis often goes unnoticed until it's advanced and may be misdiagnosed as a fungal infection My notes: We live near natural water sources. We try to discourage our dog from drinking.
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Post by spice on May 1, 2023 8:01:24 GMT -5
I don't worry as my cats don't roam.
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Post by Bob on May 3, 2023 17:29:28 GMT -5
Never heard of it. Yeah, keep dogs and cats away from stagnant water.
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Post by demonskeith on May 4, 2023 0:50:18 GMT -5
Any still water can end up being bad if left alone along enough. Had a co-worker who drank water from her car after sitting in it all day when it was like 90 degrees, she was sick for days.
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