Submitted by admin on Tue, 08/26/2008 - 15:40
Clinical Signs:
Edema (head). Conjunctivitis, corneal edema (eye).
Morphologic diagnosis:
Head: Severe acute edema. Eye: Severe acute conjunctivitis with corneal edema.
Clinical description:
In chickens infected with viscerotropic velogenic Newcastle, one of the first signs of disease is often reddening of the periocular region and corneal edema (seen here). These signs typically begin 2-3 days post-infection.
Pathologic description:
The periocular region and eyelids are swollen and dried exudate is present on the lower eyelid. The cornea is opaque, cloudy and slightly blue. This bird is also exhibiting respiratory distress, exemplified by the open-mouthed breathing.
Record number:
8218
Case number:
Unknown
Breed:
White Leghorn
Clinical form:
Unknown
Infection type:
Unknown
Housing/mgmnt type:
Select One
Priority:
1
Rights:
© Cornell University
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