2024-07-29
Anti-trichomonad in bird
Trichomonosis is caused by flagellated protozoal parasites, leading to caseous necrosis of the oral cavity and potentially orbital, brain, and liver lesions. Diagnostic testing includes observing gross lesions, as well as wet mounts with saline or culture of the parasite in media. Treatment of birds can be attempted with several compounds, including carnidazole and metronidazole.Trichomonosis in domestic fowl, pigeons, doves, songbirds, and hawks is characterized, in most cases, by caseous accumulations in the throat and usually by weight loss. It has been termed “canker,” “roup,” and, in hawks, “frounce.”