Aspergillosis

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Aspergillosis

Written by Tim Daniels

Thursday, 25 June 2009 12:19

Aspergillosis is an infectious fungal disease affecting poultry in which birds will usually be left gasping for breath. The disease is contracted by inhalation when there is a high spore count in the air. Disinfectant has little effect on the spores. The incubation period of the infection is between 2 and 6 days and it can infect plants and many other species of animals.
Mortality among young birds can be as high as 50% but this is very dependent on the severity of the infection.
Signs / symptoms

Rapid breathing, gasping for breath.
Drowsiness.
Loss of appetite, a greater thirst.

Prevention

Poultry bedding material should be kept clean and dry.

Treatment

Amphotericin B and Nystatin can be used but aren't usually used due to their cost.

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