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What is coccidiosis?

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Created: 2022-03-14 10:36:15

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Coccidiosis is a parasitic disease of the intestinal tract of animals caused by coccidian protozoa. The disease spreads from one animal to another by .Coccidia in dogs · Coccidia in cattle


What is coccidiosis caused by?

Coccidiosis is caused by protozoa of the phylum Apicomplexa, family Eimeriidae. In poultry, most species belong to the genus Eimeria and infect various sites in the intestine.

What are the symptoms of coccidia?

Other typical symptoms of coccidiosis include:Vomiting.Dehydration.Weakness and lethargy.Abdominal discomfort and tenderness.Weight loss.Anorexia.Little or no appetite.Coccidia in Puppies: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment

Can humans get coccidiosis?

Human coccidiosis is caused primarily by Toxoplasma gondii, which often is transmitted to humans by infected cats or dogs and results in an illness known as toxoplasmosis.

How do you treat coccidiosis?

The most popular treatment for coccidiosis is Amprolium, which blocks the parasite's ability to uptake and multiply. Treatment is usually administered by adding Amprolium to the chickens' water supply, however in some cases, where sick chickens aren't eating or drinking enough, the medication is given orally.

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