Bovine Actinomycosis disease in crossbred cattle

Bovine Actinomycosis or lumpy jaw disease in cattle has been reported from many states of India. The incidence of Actinomycosis in cattle is higher where cattle are fed with straw, coarse feeds, sticks, thorns etc. These sharp and coarse feeds injure the oral mucosa and predisposing the cow to actinomycosis infection. Its successful treatment in cattle can be done by oral administration of Potassium Iodide along with parenteral administration of Penicillin or in combination with Streptomycin. Daily dressing of localized wound with Povidone Iodine or any iodine solution gives better prognosis.