Epizootic haemorrhagic disease virus

Once infected with EHD, deer will begin to show signs 2 - 10 days later and usually die within 36 hours of showing signs of infection. Frequently, infected deer will seek out water sources and carcasses are often found in or near water.

Deer dead from EHD infection seem to bloat and decompose rapidly. A large number of dead or sick deer may be found in a limited area. EHD resembles other serious but rare diseases of domestic ruminants including Blue Tongue and Foot and Mouth Disease, so it is important to confirm the diagnosis when outbreaks occur. Dead deer are examined by necropsy animal autopsy and tissues are tested for viral DNA to confirm the disease.

This can be accomplished by removing potential breeding areas and using insecticides and repellents. As with most non-enveloped viruses, EHDV is resistant to many disinfectants. Stevens, G. Martin Beer. Transmission and Disinfection EHDV is transmitted by an insect vector, typically a biting midge of the genus Culicoides. All Rights Reserved.

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