splenic fever

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Noun splenic fever has 1 sense

anthrax, splenic fever - a highly infectious animal disease (especially cattle and sheep); it can be transmitted to people
--₁ is a kind of zoonosis, zoonotic disease

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Splenic Fever

Description:

Splenic fever, also known as anthrax, is a severe infectious disease caused by the bacterium Bacillus anthracis. It primarily affects domestic and wild animals, and rarely humans. The bacteria can form spores that remain in the environment for long periods, making it a potential biological weapon.

Sample Sentences:

The farmer lost several cows to an outbreak of splenic fever last year.
Due to the high risk of splenic fever in the region, all the residents were advised to vaccinate their livestock annually.
He was diagnosed with cutaneous splenic fever after being exposed to the bacteria while handling animal hides.

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