Sep 25, 2002 · Treatment for Paramyxo virus (PMV) symptoms Surprisingly the symptoms of Paramyxo virus infection can be cleared up by treatment with Baytril. The concentration is 2.5% and 0.2 ml is given once daily by mouth for ten days. Nothing much happens for 7 days, after which recovery is dramatic. I...

Nov 3, 2010 · A pigeon suspected of Paramyxovirus is put into an unaccustomed position, for example it is placed on its side, or is frightened by the clapping of one's hands. Pigeons suffering from Paramyxovirus are no longer able to control the takeoff reflex in such situations of fright. They either fly against a wall or overturn in flight.

Oct 8, 2005 · Pigeon Paramyxovirus is a viral disease that does not affect man or animals, but a human that handles a pigeon with PMV or the live vaccine can develop conjunctivitis if sensible precautions are not taken (eg, do not touch your eyes immediately after handling a pigeon with PMV or the live vaccine).

May 25, 2022 · "The [ Paramyxovirus ] mortality rate is usually less than 5% if pigeons can be adequately supported during the period of pronounced clinical signs." Pigeon Disease Primer - LafeberVet The “Pigeon Disease Primer” explores important differential diagnoses for common clinical problems observed in pigeons and doves.

Aug 6, 2015 · The last pigeon I rescued had similar symptoms to my current one. The only difference is age. The last one seemed to be sick because he was just walking around before I picked him up. Then I was alerted that he was a baby (although he was so big). So i Just assumed he hadnt learned to fly. I...

Feb 14, 2015 · Hello all, I just registered on this forum in the hopes that someone may be able to offer some advice for a diamond dove that has been struggling with paramyxovirus. He has had symptoms for quite a long time now (since fall of 2012) and has never been able to fully recover.

May 14, 2010 · If it has Paramyxovirus then it will continue to shed the virus for 6 weeks after the onset of the disease and so infect other birds, so it would have to be isolated for at least that long. Recovery can take longer.

Apr 27, 2014 · Paramyxovirus and stress Hello John, Thank you for the information. Stress certainly seems to be the main issue here. We caught the bird and gave it vitamins (Sunshine Factor) and set it down. It flew normally to a tall resting place, but after about 10 minutes was exhibiting severe signs of PMV (head upside down, unable to fly correctly).

Jan 24, 2010 · outbreak of paramyxovirus disease by intra-ocular instillation to pigeons to stimulate a rapid immune response against paramyxovirus; simultaneously with an injection of the inactivated vaccine. Live vaccine gives protection for a short period only and revaccination should be carried out every 3 months. This vaccine should not be given in the

Nov 5, 2023 · Pigeon Paramyxovirus or Pecking injuries? Jump to Latest 1.1K views 3 replies 2 participants last post by Marina B Nov 6, 2023