@starvetbooks · Post #4932 · 02/07/2025, 03:17 PM
COCCIDIOSIS Coccidiosis is a deadly disease that hampers chicken's productivity and welfare. Thus, the disease is a major menace to the global poultry industry. Coccidiosis which is caused by the apicomplexan parasite of the genus Eimeria has seven known species which affect the different parts of the intestinal tract of chickens #SIGNS Common signs in infected flocks include *reduced feed consumption, * rapid weight loss, * droopiness * ruffled feathers, * severe diarrhea. * Wet droppings with mucus * Clinical infections are seldom seen in poults >8 wk old. Morbidity and mortality may be high #TREATMENT 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. https://t.me/starvetbooks
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