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cysts
Author: Lindsey Schwartz 
Date:   03-05-04 10:44

I have been having problems within the past year with my sheep getting what we think are cysts. Some are hard and others are soft. When we cut them open there is usually a lot of puss and a big long piece of hard stuff, it kind of looks like worm, but it isn't. As soon as one goes away, then they get another one. Is there something in the environment that gives them cysts, or is it genetics? I don't think it can be genetics because I have ewes out of three different flocks and at least all of them have had a cyst. Are they contagious? Also, is it ok to cut them open when there are lambs around or should I wait until they are weaned to try to get rid of the cysts? please help asap

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RE: cysts
Author: Gordon 
Date:   03-05-04 13:37

I think your sheep have Caseous Lymphadenitis and you should have a vet confirm this. If it is--you should start a vaccination program to rid your flock of this.
I would not open the cysts because it will make it spread faster.

Gordon

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RE: cysts
Author: Lindsey Schwartz 
Date:   03-09-04 09:31

Thank you very much for your wonderful advice. I will do this immediately.

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