What is another word for Paratuberculosis?
Pronunciation: [pˌaɹətjˌuːbəkjʊlˈə͡ʊsɪs] (IPA) 
Paratuberculosis, also known as Johne's disease, is a chronic bacterial infection that affects mainly ruminants, such as cows, sheep, goats, and deer. The disease is caused by Mycobacterium avium subsp. paratuberculosis, a bacterium that attacks the intestinal tract of the animal and causes weight loss, diarrhea, and eventually death. Synonyms for paratuberculosis include Johne's disease, Johne's syndrome, paratuberculosis syndrome, chronic gut disease, and bovine Johne's disease. Although the disease is most commonly associated with cattle, it can also affect other animals and can even be transmitted to humans through the consumption of contaminated milk or meat. Preventative measures, such as proper sanitation and testing for the disease, are essential to prevent the spread of paratuberculosis in livestock populations.
