17 Questions
How is the RP virus related to other viruses?
It is related to the virus of canine distemper
How is RP virus infection usually introduced into a cattle herd?
Through direct contact with infected animals
What is the most important disease of cattle worldwide?
RP virus infection
What are the symptoms of RP virus infection in cattle?
Fever, anorexia, lachrymation, and diarrhea
What are the symptoms of RP virus infection in the mouth of cattle?
Lesions with dribbling of saliva
What is the main cause of death in cattle infected with RP virus?
Vascular damage and severe disturbance in clotting and platelet aggregation mechanisms
What is the pathogenesis of RP virus infection in cattle?
The virus proliferates throughout the lymphoid tissue and spreads via the blood to the mucosa of the GIT
What are the lesions found in the rectum of cattle infected with RP virus?
Congested, swollen mucosa with feces mixed with blood
What is the incubation period for foot-and-mouth disease in cattle?
A few hours to a few days
What are the symptoms of foot-and-mouth disease in cattle?
Plentiful salivation and recumbent position
How does foot-and-mouth disease affect the skin and mouth of cattle?
It causes formation of vesicles and ulcers
What is the economic impact of foot-and-mouth disease on cattle?
Reduced working capacity and loss to hides and skin industry
Which part of the cattle's body does foot-and-mouth disease affect apart from the mouth?
Udder
How does the foot-and-mouth disease virus invade the cattle's body during pathogenesis?
It invades epithelial cells at the entry point, then reaches other mucous membranes and skin
Which animals are mostly affected by foot and mouth disease (FMD)?
Cattle
How is foot and mouth disease (FMD) primarily transmitted?
Ingestion of contaminated materials
How many immunological distinct serotypes of the foot and mouth disease (FMD) virus are known?
Seven
Test your knowledge about Rinderpest (RP) virus, an acute contagious viral disease that affects cattle, buffaloes, and other animals. Learn about the symptoms, transmission, and impact of RP virus on livestock.
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