title: Bacterial and parasitic diseases of pet fish.
abstract: Bacterial and parasitic diseases are very common problems in pet fish. Diagnostic testing for bacterial and parasitic diseases is simple to do; many tests can be done on ambulatory visits. When logical treatment strategies are initiated and supported by diagnostic testing, a successful outcome is possible. Identification of the correct pathogens also allows an educational opportunity for discussions on prevention and biosecurity practices with clients and although fish are poikilothermic, there are some bacterial and parasitic pathogens that are zoonotic.
authors.affiliation: Aquatic Veterinary Services of WNY, PC, 5 Corners Animal Hospital, Orchard Park, NY 14127, USA. nyfishdoc@aol.com
authors.forename: Helen E
authors.initials: HE
authors.lastname: Roberts
authors.forename: Brian
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: Palmeiro
authors.forename: E Scott
authors.initials: ES
authors.lastname: Weber
mesh_terms: D000818:Animals; D000829:Animals, Domestic; D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D000977:Antiparasitic Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D001424:Bacterial Infections / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000382:microbiology / Q000662:veterinary*; D005393:Fish Diseases / Q000382:microbiology* / Q000469:parasitology*; D005399:Fishes; D010273:Parasitic Diseases, Animal / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000382:microbiology*
chemical_list: D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents; D000977:Antiparasitic Agents