African Clawed Frog Disease, Illness and Injury
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The most common diseases that the clawed frogs suffer from are ' Red Leg Disease' and 'Bloating Disease'. Red leg is caused by Septicemia (Very Large Infection). The infection is usually
caused by several types of bacteria. Symptoms include swollen red skin on legs and stomach and changes in skin colouration.  |
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| Caused by Aeromonas hydrophila, Proteus hydrophilus and Pseudomonas hydrophilus. These types of bacteria are often present in the aquarium but do not affect the frog. The bacteria is
opportunistic and attacks frogs which have a weak immune system or have been stressed. Ulcers and haemorrhages can often be seen in the legs and belly of the frogs, once these symptoms appear it is
usually too late for the frog. The frogs suffering with red leg often die suddenly without warning. Symptoms of the disease include excess mucus production, skin discoloration and reddening of the belly and
legs of the frog. Treaments that are effective include administering Tetracycline orally or using Baytril. Adding salt to the water while treatment is going on may increase survival rates of the frogs. |
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