More information on Balantidium Infection
Main Ref: 45600  
Disease type: Parasitic infestations (protozoa, worms, etc.)  
Disease name: Balantidium Infection  
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Caus. agent: Balantidium sp.  
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Part of body and/or behavior affected by disease:
 Skins and/or fins  Belly  Swimming behavior
 Gills  Anus  Other behavior
 Eyes  Viscera Afflicted  Other symptoms
Fish affected: Grass carp  
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Remarks: The intestine is infected by this parasite and causes haemorrhagic enteritis and ulceration in the intestine.  
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