Species Affected Sheep are more susceptible than go ats. Clinical Signs Fever, swelling of face, neck, eyelids respiratory distress, nasal discharge, Salivation, necrotic ulcers on tongue, dental pad, gum, lips hyperaemia of muzzle and May bleed at muco - cutaneous junction. Affected tongue May become swollen, cyanotic and purple blue in colour – ‘blue tongue’. Preventive Measures Vector control using insecticides and good water management. Vaccination of susceptible animals preferably in the month of May . Do not shear sheep during winter months. Restriction in animal movement, segregation of affected animals and symptomatic treatment. Strict bio security measures.
Source: AICRP Bangalore