Salud y Enfermedad - Enfermedades animales

a rare bacterial infection that can occur in humans and animals, caused by Actinomyces bacteria, usually affecting the face and neck areas

actinomicosis

a type of soft, spongy tumor that commonly occurs in horses and oxen, caused by an infection with a bacterium called Actinomyces bovis

anbury

a serious bacterial disease of warm-blooded animals, particularly cattle and sheep, that can be transmitted to people by contaminated wool, raw meat, or other animal products

ántrax

a condition in horses where a type of bacterial infection affects the hoof, leading to inflammation, erosion, and discharge

llaga gangrenosa

a viral infection in cows that can be transmitted to humans, historically used in developing the smallpox vaccine

vacuna

a contagious viral disease affecting animals, especially dogs, causing respiratory and gastrointestinal symptoms

moquillo

a bacterial disease, typically affecting young cattle and sheep, characterized by sudden death, fever, and severe muscle inflammation

esquirol

the larval stage of certain flies that infest mammals like horses and cattle, causing health problems

larva del moscardón

a disease of sheep or cattle, characterized by inflammation of the abomasum and often resulting in sudden death

braxy

a bacterial infection usually transmitted to humans from animals, commonly through unpasteurized dairy products or direct contact with infected animals

brucelosis

a fatal neurological disease that affects cattle and can occasionally be transmitted to humans as well

EEB

cattle and pigs condition with facial swelling, sneezing, and nasal discharge due to injury and Fusobacterium necrophorum infection

nariz de toro

a parasitic infestation in cattle caused by the larvae of certain flies that burrow under the skin, creating lumps or nodules

trino

a condition in livestock caused by eating toxic plants, resulting in trembling and muscle weakness

temblor

a split in the front part of a horse's hoof, often caused by dry conditions or uneven growth

grieta del dedo del pie

an infectious disease in cattle caused by the protozoan parasite Babesia bovis, transmitted by ticks, leading to symptoms such as fever, anemia, and jaundice

an acute and highly contagious disease, characterized by rapid onset, fever, and profuse sweating

enfermedad de sudoración

an infectious disease in horses transmitted by bloodsucking insects, causing fever and anemia

fiebre de los pantanos

a contagious horse disease with fever, difficulty swallowing, and throat abscesses

estrangula

a neurological disorder in livestock, such as cattle and sheep, characterized by unsteady movements and loss of coordination

tambaleo

a degenerative condition in horses affecting the hock joint, resulting in inflammation, lameness, and swelling

esparaván

an infectious and often fatal disease that mainly affects the nervous system of sheep

tembladera

a split in a horse's hoof, often caused by debris like sand, potentially leading to lameness

grieta de arena

highly contagious viral cattle disease eradicated worldwide in 2011, causing fever and oral lesions

peste bovina

a condition in cattle, caused by tick-transmitted parasites, leading to fever and red urine

agua roja

vertical hoof split on the quarter, often due to trauma, improper balance, or inadequate care

cuarto de grieta

a bacterial infection in chicks and young poultry, caused by Salmonella Pullorum, leading to high mortality and reproductive issues

enfermedad de pullorum

an infectious disease caused by a type of bacteria that can be transmitted from birds to humans

psitacosis

a skin condition in animals, characterized by the formation of fine, flaky scales on the skin's surface

pitiriasis

a small swelling or blister, often found on the skin of animals, indicating the presence of a parasitic infection or an insect bite

pepita

an inflammation of the outer membrane of the eye and inner eyelid, causing redness and discomfort

conjuntivitis aguda

a respiratory infection, often affecting birds, caused by the bacterium Chlamydia psittaci

ornitosis

a contagious viral infection affecting birds, particularly poultry, causing respiratory and neurological symptoms

enfermedad de Newcastle

a viral disease affecting rabbits, characterized by skin tumors, swelling, and often leading to severe illness and death

mixomatosis

any severe and often infectious disease, especially one affecting cattle or other livestock

morriña

a painful and recurring eye inflammation that affects horses

ceguera lunar

a severe viral fever in humans caused by the Marburg virus, featuring fever, bleeding, and organ failure

enfermedad de marburgo

neurological disorder in cattle, sheep, and horses from ingesting toxic plants, causing incoordination and tremors

enfermedad locomotora

an inflammatory condition affecting a horse's hooves, specifically the laminae, causing pain, lameness, and potential hoof structural changes

laminitis

a chronic respiratory condition in horses due to prolonged exposure to dust, causing coughing and increased respiratory effort

tirón

contagious bacterial infection in horses caused by Burkholderia mallei, with symptoms like nasal discharge and respiratory distress

muermo

a bacterial infection in fish causing painful ulcers, often by Aeromonas salmonicida

furunculosis

tick-borne bacterial disease in cattle causing anemia, jaundice, and decreased milk production

anaplasmosis

highly contagious poultry virus causing respiratory and neurological symptoms with high mortality

plaga de aves

a contagious viral disease in cloven-hoofed animals, causing fever, mouth, and foot blisters, leading to economic losses

fiebre aftosa

a fatal neurological disease that affects cattle and can occasionally be transmitted to humans as well

enfermedad de la vaca loca