Bovine campylobacteriosis
Bovine Campylobacteriosis (pronunciation: bo-vine kam-pi-lo-bak-te-ri-o-sis) is a bacterial infection that affects cattle and other bovine species. It is caused by the bacterium Campylobacter fetus.
Etymology
The term "Bovine" is derived from the Latin word bos, meaning "cow", and "Campylobacteriosis" is derived from the Greek words kampylos, meaning "curved", and bakterion, meaning "small rod". This refers to the curved rod shape of the Campylobacter bacteria.
Symptoms
Bovine Campylobacteriosis primarily affects the reproductive system of cattle, causing infertility, spontaneous abortion, and other reproductive problems. Symptoms may include abortion in cows, infertility in bulls, and endometritis (inflammation of the lining of the uterus).
Transmission
The disease is transmitted through direct contact with infected animals or contaminated food and water. Bulls can also transmit the disease to cows during mating.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of Bovine Campylobacteriosis is typically made through laboratory testing of aborted fetal tissues or preputial washings from bulls.
Treatment
Treatment typically involves the use of antibiotics, such as erythromycin or tetracycline, to eliminate the bacteria. Infected bulls may also be culled to prevent the spread of the disease.
Prevention
Prevention strategies include good hygiene practices, regular testing and culling of infected animals, and vaccination.
See also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bovine campylobacteriosis
- Wikipedia's article - Bovine campylobacteriosis
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