We are in full summer and mosquitoes they give no respite. Their sting can be harmless, but in some cases the consequences can be unpleasant, especially if the person stung is a dog. Our four-legged friends if affected by insects can contract the filariasis. The disease parasitic it can have serious consequences and endanger not only the health but also the life of the dog.
The disease is usually transmitted by a sick dog to a healthy one through the sting of mosquito. In general, transmission occurs when the insect bites an infected dog, in addition to sucking the blood, it also takes some microfilariae. The same are transmitted to the healthy dog when it is bitten by the mosquito that carries parts of the sting parasite. In the new host the worm begins to grow and in severe cases move towards the the heart. Here they begin to reproduce and move into the pulmonary arteries or the right atrium of the ventricle. The reactions they can be of two types with different consequences depending on the case.
La cutaneous filariasis it is caused by the parasite Dirofilaria repens. The biological cycle lasts approx 5-6 months and parasites settle in subcutaneous area. These manage to survive in dogs for up to 6 years. The characteristic of this type of filariasis is that it can also affect men. There cardiopulmonary filariasis it is caused by the parasite Unforgiving heartworms, unlike the first, it is not dangerous for humans but it can be lethal to the dog. Symptoms are different and consist of sudden weight loss and in fatigue coming to hit even the the heart and lungs. To prevent the dog from being bitten by mosquitoes and thus contract the disease it is good to take some preventive measures. For example, it is good to give the animal some pads during the whole period in which the presence of mosquitoes is highest. It is necessary to apply vials on the back as the anti-flea and in case you have forgotten the prevention it is good contact the veterinarian who will know how to act.
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The advice of the veterinarian is also essential in case the dog has been affected by the parasite. Your doctor will give you one long and complicated therapy to minimize the consequences. The dog in this phase he will have to be kept at rest to fully recover and heal better.