Trichomonosis - Cattle

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Pathogenesis

  • No clinical signs in the bull once established
    • Inhabits the preputial cavity
    • Once infected, bulls remain so permanently
  • Infertility and abortion in the cow
  • Prevalence has dramatically decreased in cattle since the introduction of artificial insemination

Diagnosis

  • Microscopic examination of vaginal or preputial washings