Posted by Dr. Steve Dudley on June 10 2009 15:46
Definition: Foot rot is an infectious disease of cattle characterized by lameness and inflammation of the subcutaneous tissues in the foot. It is caused by trauma between the toes and subsequent bacterial infection.
Clinical signs:
- Sudden onset of mild to severe lameness
- Swollen and painful foot
- Foul odor between the toes
- +/- elevated temperature
- Decreased appetite
- Decreased milk yield
- Loss of body condition
Treatment:
- Local wound cleaning!!!!
- Systemic antibiotics
- Application of antiseptics (copper sulfate or sulfonamide powder)