Bovine tb

Every year thousands of animals all across the world are infected with a deadly disease which is known as Bovine Tuberculosis, or more commonly know as T.B. Tuberculosis is a chronic disease that can affect any part of the body but is commonly found in the lungs. This disease dates back to the early 19th century when it was found in humans, mainly the scientists who had been working with the disease. Because of …

…ways to know that you are infected with the disease and the main one is to have a chest X-ray. The X-ray will reveal any presence of lung lesions and if these are found you will have to undergo more testing. Do to the recent outbreak of tuberculosis you should ask your doctor about checking and if you shoot a deer or have cattle you should have them tested before they are eaten. Bibliography Encarta 98