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Infectious bovine keratoconjunctivitis (IBK), also known as pinkeye, New Forest eye or blight, [1] is a veterinary infection of cattle caused by Moraxella bovis, a Gram-negative, β-haemolytic, aerobic, rod-shaped bacterium. It is spread by direct contact or by flies serving as vectors. It is the most common ocular disease of cattle (mostly
dry mouth and eyes; an erythematous vesicular rash in the ear canal, the tongue, and/or hard palate. [citation needed] [2] Because the vestibulocochlear nerve is in proximity to the geniculate ganglion, it may also be affected and patients may also experience: [citation needed] tinnitus; hearing loss; hyperacusis; vertigo; The swallow reflex ...
The word "murrain" / ˈ m ʌr ɪ n / [1] (like an archaic use of the word "distemper") is an antiquated term covering various infectious diseases affecting cattle and sheep. [2]The word originates from Middle English moreine or moryne, in parallel to Late Latin morina ("plague"), a probable derivative of Latin mori ("to die").
Aging is one of the most common causes of dry eyes because tear production decreases with age. [4] Several classes of medications (both prescription and OTC) have been hypothesized as a major cause of dry eye, especially in the elderly. Particularly, anticholinergic medications that also cause dry mouth are believed to promote dry eye. [25]
Treatment is directed at managing the person's symptoms. [4] For dry eyes, artificial tears; medications to reduce inflammation; punctal plugs or other surgery to shut the tear ducts may be tried. [4] For a dry mouth, chewing gum (preferably sugar-free); sipping water; or a saliva substitute may be used. [4]
Angular cheilitis typically starts with a red dry patch on the corners of the mouth. It can be on one or both sides, with a dry, scaly appearance, according to the Cleveland Clinic.
Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) or hoof-and-mouth disease (HMD) is an infectious and sometimes fatal viral disease that primarily affects even-toed ungulates, including domestic and wild bovids. [ 1 ] [ 2 ] The virus causes a high fever lasting two to six days, followed by blisters inside the mouth and near the hoof that may rupture and cause ...
Xerophthalmia (from Ancient Greek xērós (ξηρός) meaning "dry" and ophthalmos (οφθαλμός) meaning "eye") is a medical condition in which the eye fails to produce tears. It may be caused by vitamin A deficiency, [1] which is sometimes used to describe that condition, although there may be other causes.