Lumpy Virus: Is Milk Safe To Consume?

Lumpy skin disease (LSD) primarily affects cattle. It's a virus that belonged to the family of Poxviridae, also known as the Neethling virus.

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The disease results in a reduction in milk production, poor growth, infertility, abortion and death in some cases.

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The bovine animal, affected by the virus, gets a fever one week after the virus enters the body. The fever may exceed 41 degrees Celsius.

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The characteristic of the disease is large superficial lymph nodes.

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Is it safe to drink milk from infected cattle?

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According to Indian Veterinary Research Institute, one can drink milk after boiling or without boiling.

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Medical experts say the disease is primarily spread by mosquitoes, ticks and biting flies.

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Is there a vaccine?

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Yes, there are vaccines for the disease. Recently, India got its two indigenous vaccines, distributed across many states.

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