Coccidiosis
noun
Coccidiosis is an intestinal disease in animals, particularly affecting birds and mammals, caused by parasitic protozoa of the genus Eimeria.
The farmer noticed symptoms of coccidiosis in his flock of chickens and sought veterinary assistance.
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intestinal disease, protozoan infection, livestock disease
noun
Coccidiosis is an intestinal disease in animals, particularly affecting birds and mammals, caused by parasitic protozoa of the genus Eimeria.
The farmer noticed symptoms of coccidiosis in his flock of chickens and sought veterinary assistance.
Usage tips
Neutral
intestinal disease, protozoan infection, livestock disease
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Understanding
Coccidiosis primarily affects the intestines, leading to diarrhea and weight loss in affected animals.
Farmers must be vigilant about their animal's health.
Pro Tip 2/3Context
Discuss this term in veterinary contexts or animal husbandry discussions.
It’s not used in general conversations.
Pro Tip 3/3Formality
In more formal contexts, such as veterinary or agricultural reports, the term is used frequently.
Avoid informal slang when discussing medical topics.
Pro Tip 1/3Understanding
Coccidiosis primarily affects the intestines, leading to diarrhea and weight loss in affected animals.
Farmers must be vigilant about their animal's health.
Pro Tip 2/3Context
Discuss this term in veterinary contexts or animal husbandry discussions.
It’s not used in general conversations.
Pro Tip 3/3Formality
In more formal contexts, such as veterinary or agricultural reports, the term is used frequently.
Avoid informal slang when discussing medical topics.
Pro Tip 1/3Understanding
Coccidiosis primarily affects the intestines, leading to diarrhea and weight loss in affected animals.
Farmers must be vigilant about their animal's health.
Pro Tip 2/3Context
Discuss this term in veterinary contexts or animal husbandry discussions.
It’s not used in general conversations.
Pro Tip 3/3Formality
In more formal contexts, such as veterinary or agricultural reports, the term is used frequently.
Avoid informal slang when discussing medical topics.
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