Helminth infections remain a significant challenge in modern poultry production. Around 100 helminth species are known to affect domestic poultry with nematodes being the most prevalent and economically important. The species most commonly encountered are Ascaridia galli, Heterakis gallinarum and Capillaria spp. The shift toward cage-free and welfare‑friendly systems has increased exposure to parasites, but […]
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A heifer with diarrhoea at this time of year: have you checked for Paramphistomosis?
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Parasitic infections are considered a significant and very common problem in relation to animal health, particularly for grazing ruminants. As veterinarians, when we refer to internal parasites we mainly think of gastro-intestinal worms, lung worms and liver flukes. We rarely, if ever, consider paramphistomatidae or rumen flukes. Nevertheless, these flatworms – that settle in the […]