An Unusual Case of Subglossal Hirudiniasis in An Iranian Cross-Breed Goat-Kid

Case description- hirudiniasis in the subglossal area is very rare. we describe an iranian cross-breed goat-kid with two leeches’ infestation in his sublingual area. clinical findings -the animal was referred to the veterinary clinic with a history of anorexia, teeth grinding and bleeding from the mouth. in clinical examination of the mouth, two leeches observed which attached to sublingual region. treatment and outcome - manual removal by forceps was done and all clinical signs were subsided. clinical relevance-most leeches are bloodsucking parasites which attach themselves to vertebrate hosts, bite through the skin and suck out a quantity of blood. other than the nuisance effect of their biting, their medical significance is generally minimal