Hello friends Dr. Joe is out on another lecture! Today we shall focus on the topic: BOVINE TUBERCULOSIS AND HOW IT AFFECTS HUMANS!
Study areas will include;
- What is tuberculosis
- Exposure
- Treatment if any
- Prevention (Very vital).
Note: Bovine means Cattle!
Bovine Tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease of cattle. It is caused by Mycobacterium bovis (M. bovis) which can also infect and cause disease in many other mammals including humans. TB in humans can be caused by both Mycobacterium bovis and the human form, Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
SPREAD...
Evidence of TB is usually found in the lymph glands of the throat and lungs of the affected animal. This means that the bacteria which cause the disease, are mainly passed out from the infected animal's body in its breath, or discharges from the mouth or nose!
Infection is mainly through Inhalation or ingestion of the bacteria.
In every 20 cows slaughtered in Nigeria abattoirs, 1-3 stands a chance of having TB. Thus putting the populace at risk of infection.
Treatment
In animals, we are advised to totally condemn such meat and should be buried far from human habitat... But in a country like Nigeria where there is no compensation to owners of such animals, they tend to smuggle the meat to the market and sell to the populace without their knowledge!
Partial condemnation of the affected organ is done.
PREVENTION
- Don't eat meat of unknown origin
- Make sure you ask to see the liver and lungs of any meat you want to purchase from the market
- Ensure you properly cook all meat and meat products purchased from the market!
Symptoms of active TB in humans!
*coughing that lasts three or more weeks
*Coughing up blood.
*Chest pain, or pain with breathing or coughing
* Unintentional weight loss
* Fatigue
*Fever
*Night sweat
If you feel symptoms, please seek medical attention!
For those who can not do without suya, kilishi, balango, and other meat products, please be careful what you eat.
EAT WELL AND LIVE HEALTHY!
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