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 Report suspected anthrax cases to the veterinary authorities

as soon as possible

2. Mastitis.

It is an infectious disease caused by bacteria.

It affects the mammary glands of mammals like cattle buffa-

loes, sheep, goats bitch woman etc.

Signs and symptoms

 Swollen udder and teats

 Milk contains pus, blood and turns watery or clots

 Death may result if not treated

 The affected udder quarter dies and gives no milk Note:

mastitis can be detected by the use of a strip cup

Diagram of a strip cup