Myiasis

Local name : Ulod

Cause : Screw worm, Fly and Blowfly

Transmission :
  • The disease can be spread either by migration of flies or by shipment of infested cattle or other livestock.

Clinical signs and lesions :
  • Presence of screw worm larvae on fresh accidental or surgical wound by castration, docking and dehorning.
  • Profuse brownish exudates with foul odor from the wound.
  • Inappetance with restressness.
  • Presence of screw larvae in the wound.


Recommendation :
  • Topical dressing of affected wounds with larvicide and antiseptic.


Screw worm larvae
Wounds infected with screw worm










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