enterotoxemia

Enterotoxemia is a condition induced by the absorption of large volumes of toxins produced by bacteria such as Clostridum perfringens from the intestines. There are several strains of C. perfringens (type B, C, and D) that may lead to the development of this gastrointestinal condition.

A form of enterotoxemia caused by an infection of type B C. perfringens, affecting lambs whom are less than 3 weeks old. Lambs often die before displaying clinical signs, nonetheless common behaviours of lambs with ...