Question

Streptococcus agalactiae and Streptococcus uberis are common causative agents of

• A. Enteritis
• B. Mastitis
• C. Pneumonia
• D. Endocarditis

Hint:

The species name \textit{agalactiae} literally translates to "no milk," which is a direct hint about the disease it causes—mastitis affects milk production in the udder.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

\textit{Streptococcus agalactiae} and \textit{Streptococcus uberis} are well-known bacterial pathogens that cause mastitis, which is the inflammation of the mammary gland or udder in dairy cattle and other mammals. It is one of the most common and costly diseases in the dairy industry.