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Peste des Petits Ruminants Overview by Kenesa is a document available to read on EtoBox.

Peste des petits ruminants (PPR) is an economically important disease affecting small ruminants like goats and sheep. It is caused by a virus in the genus Morbillivirus, which is related to the rinderpest virus. The virus can be differentiated into four lineages. PPRV is transmitted between animals through contact and aerosols. Clinical signs include fever, nasal and ocular discharge, stomatitis, pneumonia, and diarrhea. Mortality can reach 50-100% depending on the strain and population. Diagnosis involves

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