In cattle, the disease is also known as "contagious abortion" because its hallmark symptom is the loss of a calf during the last trimester of pregnancy.
, officially known as Brucellosis , is a highly contagious bacterial infection caused primarily by Brucella abortus . It is a zoonotic disease, meaning it primarily affects livestock (especially cattle) but can spread to humans. Disease Overview for Livestock bang's disease
: Spread through contact with aborted fetuses, placental fluids, or vaginal discharges. It can also spread via contaminated feed or water. In cattle, the disease is also known as
: Abortions, stillbirths, retained placentas, and reduced milk production. Disease Overview for Livestock : Spread through contact
: There is no practical treatment for infected cattle. Management focuses on:
: The "Bangs vaccine" (S19 or RB51) is given to young heifers to build immunity.