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What is the primary symptom of coccidiosis in animals?
What is the primary symptom of coccidiosis in animals?
How does coccidiosis spread from one animal to another?
How does coccidiosis spread from one animal to another?
Which animals are usually affected by coccidia?
Which animals are usually affected by coccidia?
What is a common source of coccidia infection for puppies?
What is a common source of coccidia infection for puppies?
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How is coccidiosis diagnosed in animals?
How is coccidiosis diagnosed in animals?
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Study Notes
Coccidiosis in Animals
- Primary symptom of coccidiosis in animals is diarrhea, which can be watery, bloody, or mucoid.
- Coccidiosis spreads from one animal to another through fecal contamination, direct contact, or contaminated food and water.
- Animals usually affected by coccidia are young, stressed, or immunocompromised, especially poultry, calves, lambs, and piglets.
Transmission and Infection
- A common source of coccidia infection for puppies is their mother's feces or a contaminated environment.
Diagnosis
- Coccidiosis is diagnosed in animals through a combination of clinical signs, laboratory tests, and microscopic examination of fecal samples or intestinal tissue.
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Test your knowledge about coccidiosis, a parasitic disease affecting the intestinal tract of animals and humans. Learn about its transmission, symptoms, and impact on different species.