I have a pet quail. I'm pretty sure my quail has a skin infection called Rhodotoruliasis caused by the yeast Rhodotorula mucilaginosa. It's quite rare and usually only seen in raptors like falcons.
I don't know how to treat it tho. Online I've only found it's treated with Amphotericin B plus some hepatic protector. But that seems like a very strong medication, also I've been unable to find it here.
What topical broad spectrum anti-fungals do you know and/or recommend?
What about the oral ones?
Also, how do you calculate the dose for quail by weight?
Has anyone used ketoconazole 2% shampoo to treat fungal skin infections? Do you know if it can be used in poultry?
Can you like wash quails with warm water provided they can dry under a heat lamp or the sun at a hot temperature? Or do their bodies have a shock from being wet? I believe they don't take water baths in the wild.
I'm gonna take it to the vet either way. I've being there already 2 times for nothing but breaking the bank, and ended up having to research and diagnose her myself with books and a smear I took and put under the microoscope to confirm. Since vets here are so incompetent I really wanna go to the appointment already with as much knowledge as possible, treatment options in mind, researched and knowing about your recommendations and experiences to avoid further problems.
I don't know how to treat it tho. Online I've only found it's treated with Amphotericin B plus some hepatic protector. But that seems like a very strong medication, also I've been unable to find it here.
What topical broad spectrum anti-fungals do you know and/or recommend?
What about the oral ones?
Also, how do you calculate the dose for quail by weight?
Has anyone used ketoconazole 2% shampoo to treat fungal skin infections? Do you know if it can be used in poultry?
Can you like wash quails with warm water provided they can dry under a heat lamp or the sun at a hot temperature? Or do their bodies have a shock from being wet? I believe they don't take water baths in the wild.
I'm gonna take it to the vet either way. I've being there already 2 times for nothing but breaking the bank, and ended up having to research and diagnose her myself with books and a smear I took and put under the microoscope to confirm. Since vets here are so incompetent I really wanna go to the appointment already with as much knowledge as possible, treatment options in mind, researched and knowing about your recommendations and experiences to avoid further problems.
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