Salmonellosis

Bacterial disease caused by Salmonella causing severe diarrhea, fever and septicemia.

Clinical signs

7

Host species

6

Bacterial disease Zoonotic Notifiable OIE Category: notifiable

Clinical Signs

General Systemic Signs

Pyrexia Specific Depression Inappetence Dehydration Specific

Digestive System

Diarrhea Required Profuse diarrhea Specific

Reproductive System

Abortion

Postmortem Findings

Carcass dehydration

Generalized congestion of visceral organs

Fibrinous exudate on serosal surfaces

Diagnosis

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.

Classification

Etiology Bacterial disease
Zoonotic Yes
Notifiable Yes
Transmissibility contagious
Infectiousness infectious
OIE Category notifiable
Occurrence Patterns

endemic, sporadic

Disease Courses

acute, chronic

Host Species

Cattle Primary host Susceptibility: susceptible
Sheep Primary host Susceptibility: susceptible
Goat Primary host Susceptibility: susceptible
Pig Primary host Susceptibility: susceptible
Poultry Primary host Susceptibility: susceptible
Calf Primary host Susceptibility: susceptible

Associated Microorganisms

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