Cryptosporidiosis

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Protozoal disease
Protozoal disease Cryptosporidiosis

Overview

Etiology

Protozoal disease

Host Species

Calf, Foal, Goat kid, Human, Lamb

Clinical Signs

Diarrhea

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Weight loss

Depression

Anorexia

Emaciation

Dehydration

Diagnosis

Clinical examination

Fecal flotation examination

Phase contrast microscopy

Giemsa staining

Acid fast staining

Treatment

Halofuginone

Oral fluid therapy

Parenteral electrolyte therapy

Prevention & Control

Strict hygiene and sanitation

Isolation of diarrheic animals

Disinfection using ammonia based compounds

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