- Active
- True
- Region
- Queensland
- Locality
- Coastal / tick regions
- Species
- Dog
- Presenting Sign
- Vomiting / gagging / weakness / ataxia / voice change / respiratory effort
- DAMNIT-V Domain
- T - Toxic / Traumatic
- RAC Screening Target
Paralysis tick toxin / neuromuscular weakness / LMN pattern
- Physical Confirmation
Full tick search, neurological exam, respiratory assessment, oxygenation assessment, response to tick antiserum where clinically indicated
- Clinical Notes
Keep visible for vomiting, gagging, weakness, ataxia, altered voice, regurgitation or respiratory presentations in tick regions.