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Clostridium perfringens D
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Disease Overview
This is associated with enterotoxemia in cattle, and is also known as overeating disease. It is common in older calves that eat a high grain diet.
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Clinical Signs
- Sudden deaths in best-conditioned animals
- Circling
- Pushing against fixed objects
- Convulsions