Brucellosis Overview

Flashcards covering key concepts related to brucellosis, including its causes, transmission, symptoms, and control measures.

Brucellosis

A bacterial disease caused by Brucella abortus, primarily affecting livestock but can also infect humans, pets, and wildlife.

Brucella

A group of bacteria responsible for causing brucellosis.

Malta fever

Another name for brucellosis.

Reproductive disease

A category of diseases that affect the reproductive system, like brucellosis in cattle and other livestock.

Endemic

A disease or condition regularly found among particular people or in a certain area.

Vaccination against brucellosis

Involves giving cattle vaccines like B. Abortus Strain 19 or RB51 to increase resistance to infection.

Symptoms of brucellosis in humans

Include fever, chills, sweating, headaches, muscle and joint pain, and weight loss.

Transmission of brucellosis

Can occur through contact with infected birthing tissues, fluids, or contaminated objects.

Control programs for brucellosis

Focus on detection of infected herds and culling positive animals.

Cattle abortion

A common and significant symptom of brucellosis in affected cattle.