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Posted by Md. Abdul Bari on February 15, 2025 at 9:20 am
What is a bacterial disease in poultry?
Md. Osman Sheikh replied 1 year, 4 months ago 5 Members · 4 Replies -
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Bacterial diseases in poultry
Colibacillosis
Caused by Escherichia coli, this disease can affect the respiratory, reproductive, and intestinal systems.
Fowl cholera
Caused by Pasteurella multocida, this disease primarily affects the respiratory system.
Necrotic enteritis
This disease primarily affects young chickens and destroys the intestinal lining.
Pullorum disease
Caused by Salmonella enterica, biovar Pullorum, this disease primarily affects chickens and turkeys.
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Poultry bacterial diseases are infections that affect domesticated birds. Some common bacterial diseases in poultry include: Colibacillosis: Caused by Escherichia coli, this disease can lead to mortality and production losses
Fowl cholera: This disease can cause mucosal discharge, lesions, ruffled feathers, fast breathing, and diarrhea
Omphalitis: This disease is an inflammation of the navel that can occur when the navel doesn’t close properly
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Bacterial diseases in poultry are infections caused by bacteria, leading to various health issues, including mortality and production losses. Some common examples include colibacillosis, fowl cholera, and necrotic enteritis.
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