Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD) is a viral infection that is spreading quickly around the world. It mainly affects cows and buffaloes, causing fever, skin nodules, swollen lymph nodes, and reduced milk production. While it doesn't usually kill many animals, it can infect entire herds, leading to big economic problems in countries that rely on livestock. From 2005 to 2020, ...

A virus called Lumpy Skin Disease Virus (LSDV) is making life tough for cows and buffaloes in the hilly regions of India. Imagine a virus that is not only super infectious but also deadly and can travel across borders. This is exactly what LSDV is. It is part of a bigger family called Poxviridae and specifically belongs to the Capripoxvirus group. The virus ...