Pediculosis

Cause : Damalinia bovis (cattle), Haematopirus tuberculatus (Carabao)

Transmission : By contact with infested animals.

Clinical signs and lesions :
  • Presence of nits and lice on hair.
  • Severe itching manifested by scratching, rubbing and biting of affected parts.
  • Unthrifty appearance.
  • Anemia.
  • Rough hair coat and loss of hair.
  • Low production.


Recommendation :
  • Premises recently vacated by infested stock should be disinfected before being used for clean stock.
  • Dipping or spraying of animals with insectisides.


Loss of hair with scarification








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