mycoplasmal polyarthritis

mycoplasmal polyarthritis
infection in pigs by Mycoplasma hyorhinis or M. hyosynoviae, often occurring after unusual stresses; characteristics include polyarthritis, swollen joints, and lameness. M. hyorhinis infection may be accompanied by polyserositis (see mycoplasmal polyserositis).

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