Babesiosis Overview
Babesiosis is a blood parasite disease in animals that is transmitted by ticks. It can affect a variety of animals, including cattle, horses, sheep, goats, pigs, dogs, and cats. Babesiosis can also affect humans, making it a zoonotic disease.
Species Affected
- Cattle, Cross breeds are more susceptible.
Clinical Signs
- High temperature, jaundice like symptoms, yellowish mucosal membrane of eye, rectum and coffee colour urine.
Preventive Measures
- Periodical application of acaricides in and around the animal shed and on the animals. For th erapeutic application, di - aminizine or imidocarb can be useful.
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