Distomatosis (Noun)
Meaning
A disease of the liver (especially in sheep and cattle) caused by liver flukes and their by-products.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The veterinarian suspected that distomatosis was the primary cause of the liver damage in the infected cattle.
- The farmer implemented strict hygiene protocols to prevent the spread of distomatosis among his sheep.
- A study on the liver health of grazing animals found a significant correlation between distomatosis and liver damage.
- The livestock owner was advised to test for distomatosis regularly to ensure prompt treatment of infected animals.
- Distomatosis was identified as the primary liver disease affecting the local cattle population in the rural area.