Beaver Fever: A Neglected Zoonoses
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- 1. Department of Veterinary Public Health & Epidemiology, Veterinary College, Kamdhenu University, Anand- 388001, India
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Beaver Fever is characterised by stomach pains, nausea, bloating, and bouts of watery diarrhoea. It is also known as Giardiasis. Giardia infection is caused by a micro parasite that is present all over the world, particularly in places with inadequate sanitation and contaminated water. The parasites have been detected in rural streams and lakes, as well as public water supplies, whirlpool spas, swimming pool and wells. Food and person-to-person contact can both spread Giardia infection. Infection is removed within few weeks. However, even after the parasites have been removed, affected person experience digestive difficulties. Several medications are usually successful against Giardia parasites; however, they do not work for everyone. The best defence is prevention.
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