Otogenic Mening(oencephal)itis
French bulldogs are predisposed to the uncommon but severe condition of bacterial otitis media-interna extending into the intracranial space, resulting in bacterial meningitis or meningoencephalitis.
Age of Onset: Any age of animal can be affected (median age 4.2 years)
Sex Predisposition: Any sex of animal can be affected
Clinical Course:
Clinical signs may progress despite antibiotic therapy
Clinical signs may progress despite antibiotic therapy
Clinical Signs:
Behavioral/Mental Awareness
Posture and Appearance
Movement
Proprioception
Cranial Nerves
Spinal Reflexes
Special Reflexes (e.g. cutaneous trunci)
Special Functions (e.g. respiration; urination)
Painful reactions
Muscle Atrophy
Pain Sensation
Other
Behavioral/Mental Awareness
Posture and Appearance
Movement
Proprioception
Cranial Nerves
Spinal Reflexes
Special Reflexes (e.g. cutaneous trunci)
Special Functions (e.g. respiration; urination)
Painful reactions
Muscle Atrophy
Pain Sensation
Other
Intracranial
Unknown
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