Question

Identify the improper gait in different diseases/disorders. List - I
A. Gait
B. Ataxic ataxia
C. Stiff gait with incoordination
D. Tumbling gait List - II
I. Azoturia
II. Listeriosis
III. Hypocalcaemia
IV. Encephalitis

• A. A-II, B-III, C-I, D-IV
• B. A-IV, B-III, C-II, D-I
• C. A-II, B-I, C-III, D-IV
• D. A-II, B-III, C-IV, D-I

Hint:

Stiff gait → Azoturia
Ataxia → Hypocalcaemia
Tumbling → Encephalitis
Circling gait → Listeriosis

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Concept:
Improper gait in animals is an important clinical sign used to diagnose neurological and muscular disorders. Each disease produces a characteristic gait abnormality.

Step 1: Understanding “Gait” (A)

• General abnormal gait is commonly seen in neurological diseases.
• Listeriosis affects the brainstem and causes circling and abnormal walking. Thus, A $\rightarrow$ II.

Step 2: Understanding “Ataxic ataxia” (B)

• Ataxia means lack of coordination.
• Hypocalcaemia affects neuromuscular function.
• Leads to uncoordinated movements. Thus, B $\rightarrow$ III.

Step 3: Understanding “Stiff gait with incoordination” (C)

• Azoturia is a muscle disorder.
• Causes stiffness and difficulty in movement. Thus, C $\rightarrow$ I.

Step 4: Understanding “Tumbling gait” (D)

• Encephalitis affects brain function.
• Causes loss of balance and falling (tumbling). Thus, D $\rightarrow$ IV. Final Matching: \[ A-II,\; B-III,\; C-I,\; D-IV \] \[ \boxed{\text{Option (A)}} \]