Practical Ways to Treat Tetelo Disease in Chickens with Natural Ingredients
Given the high transmission and mortality rates of Newcastle Disease (ND), it's important to understand that there is currently no specific cure for the virus that causes it. The use of natural ingredients is more supportive , helping to boost the chicken's immune system to fight the virus.
Here are some practical ways and natural remedies you can try to support the recovery of infected chickens.
Signs of Chicken Infected with Tetelo
Before undergoing treatment, first recognize the general symptoms of Newcastle disease:
Respiratory disorders: Chickens cough, sneeze, gasp for breath, and snoring sounds are heard.
Nervous disorders: The chicken's head is twisted (neck "tengkleng"), it walks unsteadily, and sometimes experiences paralysis in the legs or wings.
Digestive disorders: Diarrhea with mossy green or whitish stools.
Lethargy and decreased appetite: Chickens become passive, unmotivated, and refuse to eat.
Decrease in egg production: In laying hens, egg production will decrease drastically or even stop completely.
Crucial Initial Handling Steps
When you find a chicken with tetelo symptoms, take these steps immediately:
Isolation (Quarantine) Immediately separate sick chickens into a special pen away from healthy chickens. This is the most important step in preventing the spread of the virus throughout the population.
Maintain Cage Cleanliness: Thoroughly clean the cage. Wash food and drink dishes, and spray with disinfectant. Maintain air circulation in the cage to prevent dampness.
Provide Additional Nutrition: Because sick chickens tend to lose their appetite, provide easily digestible and nutrient-rich feed. Multivitamins are also highly recommended to help restore their immune system.
Natural Herbs to Support Treatment
Several natural ingredients are believed to help boost immunity and relieve symptoms. These herbs serve as complementary treatments, not as primary treatments.
1. Turmeric and Temulawak Mixture
Turmeric and Javanese ginger are rich in curcumin , a compound with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. This substance can help boost chickens' immune systems.
Ingredients: 1 piece of turmeric and 1 piece of Javanese ginger.
How to make: Wash both ingredients thoroughly, then grate or blend until smooth. Mix with a little water, then squeeze out the excess liquid.
How to administer: Apply this juice directly to the sick chicken's mouth using a pipette or needle-free syringe. Administer 2-3 times daily.
2. Garlic Ingredient
Allicin in garlic is known as a natural antiviral and antibacterial agent that can help inhibit viral replication and enhance immune response.
Ingredients: 1 clove of garlic.
How to make: Finely crush the garlic, then mix with a little chicken water.
How to administer: Give this mixture as drinking water. You can also try feeding the crushed garlic directly if the chicken is still willing to eat.
3. Ginger, Turmeric, and Betel Leaf Concoction
This concoction combines the benefits of several herbal ingredients to help maintain the health of chickens.
Ingredients: Ginger, turmeric, and a few betel leaves.
How to make: Boil all ingredients in enough water until boiling. Once cool, strain the water.
How to give: This boiled water can be given as an additional drink for sick chickens, or given as a preventative for healthy chickens.
Prevention is Much Better
Considering that tetelo disease is very deadly and there is no cure yet, prevention is the main key in chicken farming.
Vaccination: Vaccinate regularly according to the recommended schedule. Vaccination is the most effective method for building antibodies and preventing chickens from becoming infected.
Cage Management: Maintain the sanitation of cages, feeding and drinking areas regularly. Ensure good air circulation and that the cage is not damp.
Supplementation: Provide herbal supplements such as turmeric, Javanese ginger, or garlic regularly as a preventative measure to maintain the chicken's immunity.
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