How Do You Spell COOPER'S DISEASE?

Pronunciation: [kˈuːpəz dɪzˈiːz] (IPA)

Cooper's disease, also known as Cooper's ligament hernia, is a rare condition where the pelvic muscles weaken and the tissues surrounding the ligaments stretch. The word "Cooper's" is spelled /kuːpərz/ with a long "u" sound like "oo" in "goose" and an "s" sound. The IPA phonetic transcription for the word is /ˈkuːpəz, ˌkuːpəz ˈlɪɡəmənt ˈhɜːrniə/ which reflects the pronunciation correctly. This condition is named after Sir Astley Cooper, an English surgeon who first described the anatomy of the pelvis.

COOPER'S DISEASE Meaning and Definition

1. Cooper's disease, also known as velogenic viscerotropic Newcastle disease (VVND), is a highly contagious viral disease that affects birds, particularly poultry. It is caused by the virulent strain of the Newcastle disease virus (NDV), a member of the Paramyxoviridae family. This disease primarily affects chickens and other domestic birds such as turkeys and pigeons, but wild birds can also be susceptible to infection.

   Cooper's disease is characterized by severe respiratory distress, depression, loss of appetite, and nervous system disorders. The virus primarily targets the respiratory and nervous systems, leading to respiratory distress, coughing, sneezing, conjunctivitis, and neurological signs such as tremors, paralysis, and twisted necks. Mortality rates in infected poultry flocks can be high, reaching up to 100%. Infected birds can shed the virus through respiratory secretions, feces, and contaminated materials, facilitating transmission to uninfected birds.

   Prevention and control strategies for Cooper's disease include vaccination, biosecurity measures, and strict quarantine protocols. Vaccines can be administered to both young and adult birds to induce immunity against the virus. Biosecurity measures involve limiting contact with potential sources of the virus, implementing strict hygiene practices, and minimizing interactions between domestic and wild birds. Quarantine protocols are crucial in preventing the spread of the disease to unaffected flocks.

   Due to its highly contagious nature and significant impact on the poultry industry, Cooper's disease is considered a major concern for poultry farmers worldwide. Prompt reporting, early detection, and effective control measures are essential for managing outbreaks and mitigating economic losses associated with this disease.

2. Chronic inflammation of the mamma, with the formation of cysts.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

Common Misspellings for COOPER'S DISEASE

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Similar spelling word for COOPER'S DISEASE

• Coopers disease.