Paravaccinia virus
Paravaccinia virus
Paravaccinia virus (Paravaccinia vir-us) is a member of the Poxviridae family and the Orthopoxvirus genus. It is known to cause bovine papular stomatitis, a disease that primarily affects cattle.
Etymology
The term "Paravaccinia" is derived from the Latin "para" meaning "beside" or "near", and "vaccinia", referring to the vaccinia virus, a closely related virus within the same family.
Pronunciation
The pronunciation of Paravaccinia virus is: /ˌpærəvækˈsiːniə ˈvaɪrəs/
Description
Paravaccinia virus is a large, complex, enveloped virus. It is known to cause a mild disease in cattle characterized by the formation of papules, primarily on the muzzle and in the mouth. The virus is zoonotic, meaning it can be transmitted from animals to humans, typically through direct contact with infected animals or contaminated materials.
Related Terms
- Orthopoxvirus: A genus of viruses in the family Poxviridae. Other members of this genus include vaccinia virus and cowpox virus.
- Poxviridae: A family of viruses that includes the genera Orthopoxvirus, Avipoxvirus, and Capripoxvirus, among others.
- Bovine papular stomatitis: A disease in cattle caused by the Paravaccinia virus. It is characterized by the formation of papules on the skin, particularly around the mouth and muzzle.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Paravaccinia virus
- Wikipedia's article - Paravaccinia virus
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