| 英文描述 | Seen mainly in young animals, but adults can also be affected. Any area of the skin can be affected by the actinomycete DERMATOPHILUS CONGOLENSIS. Dx by culture and direct smear of the crusts. In England and Australia a form of dermatophilosis limited to the lower limbs of sheep is called strawberry foot rot, and can cause lameness. Scrotal involvement can lead to infertility. An atypical form with sub-dermal abscess can be seen in cattle. Moisture of the skin is a predisposing factor. Oral growths and ulcers have been reported in cattle. |
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