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Buffalopox is caused by Buffalopox virus (BPXV), it is a Poxviridae. The natural host is buffalo, they are known to infect the cows and humans too. These infects are sporadic and epidemic usually seen in domestic and commercial farm setting.
Humans who are in proximity with infected host (Buffalo). The milk attendants may also get infected.
Usually close contact with an infected host causes Buffalopox.
The incubation period in animals is 2-4 days and 3-19 days in humans.
Usually the mild form of disease exists, it is very rare to find a severe form.
In mild form: – The febrile illness with vesicular lesions are localized usually in inguinal region hands, forearms, over the parotid and found in base or inner surface of ears and eyes. It is occasionally accompanied with lymphadenopathy. Severe Malaise is also seen.
In severe form: -The lesions are generalized and can result in high morbidity.
The lesions samples are taken via swab test and electron microscopy. The PCR (Polymerase chain reaction) test is also done.
Broad spectrum antibiotics along with antiseptic dressing on the affected lesions.
Usually the mild form exists, rarely the severe form is seen. The prognosis is good.
The complication is Necrotic tissue formation usually occurs in few cases.
-Cowpox disease
-Wearing gloves while milking and handling is an effective management.
-Treating the infected host also reduced chances of further sporadic or epidemic spread.
What the names of commonly indicated Homeopathic remedies of Buffalopox?
The commonly indicated Homeopathic remedies are as follows: –
-Silica
-Sulphur
-Hepar sulph
For more information, you can visit NCBI and eMedicine.
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