CRD

Chronic respiratory disease of poultry caused mainly by Mycoplasma, with coughing and nasal discharge.

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Clinical Signs

Respiratory

Nasal discharge Specific Dyspnea Specific Cough Specific

Systemic

Weight loss

Ophthalmic

Lacrimation Specific

Postmortem Findings

Carcass dehydration

Generalized congestion of visceral organs

Fibrinous exudate on serosal surfaces

Diagnosis

Thoracic auscultation and imaging

Auscultation of lung fields complemented by thoracic radiography.

Clinical examination

Careful history and physical examination focusing on the presenting syndrome.

Laboratory testing

Hematology, biochemistry, and serology to support the clinical suspicion.

Microbiological culture

Isolation and identification of the causative agent where applicable.

Molecular diagnostics (PCR)

Nucleic-acid based detection for rapid and specific confirmation.

Treatment

Supportive care

Fluid therapy, nutritional support, and rest.

Antipyretic therapy

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs to control pyrexia and inflammation.

Antimicrobial therapy

Targeted antibiotics based on culture and sensitivity, respecting withdrawal periods.

Prevention & Control

Biosecurity

Strict disinfection, quarantine of new arrivals, and controlled access.

Herd health monitoring

Early detection and isolation of clinically affected animals.

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Host Species

Poultry Primary host Susceptibility: susceptible

Classification

Etiology Bacterial disease
Transmissibility contagious
Infectiousness infectious
Occurrence Patterns

endemic

Disease Courses

chronic

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