Understanding Downer Cow Syndrome (DCS) in Cattle
Downer Cow Syndrome (DCS) is characterized by the inability of cows to rise, commonly seen around calving. It is associated with metabolic disorders, physical injuries, and prolonged recumbency. Risk factors include poor housing conditions and health issues like mastitis. Clinical signs range from d
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Understanding Calcium Levels in the Body: Importance, Factors, and Testing
Explore the significance of calcium levels in the body, factors influencing them, conditions like hypocalcemia and hypercalcemia, symptoms, why calcium tests are done, and the role of calcium supplements. Learn about the impact on overall health and the importance of maintaining balanced calcium lev
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Understanding Parathyroid Glands and Calcium Regulation
Parathyroid glands play a crucial role in maintaining the body's calcium levels within a narrow range to support the proper functioning of the nervous and muscular systems. Parathyroid hormone (PTH) regulates calcium concentration in the blood, impacting bone health and other physiological functions
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Eclampsia in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Eclampsia is an acute, life-threatening condition that affects small bitches with large litters post-whelping. It is characterized by panting, tremors, muscle spasms, and tetany due to hypocalcemia. Diagnosis involves history, clinical signs, and serum calcium levels. Treatment includes slow IV admi
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Understanding Rickets: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Rickets is a metabolic bone disorder primarily caused by vitamin D, calcium, or phosphorus deficiency. It leads to softening and weakening of bones, affecting young growing animals. Genetic defects, dietary deficiencies, and malabsorption are common causes. The pathophysiology involves decreased cal
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Understanding Hypocalcemia and Related Conditions
Hypocalcemia can be caused by various factors such as hypoparathyroidism, nonparathyroid conditions, and postoperative complications. Symptoms include muscle tetany, paresthesia, and seizures. Conditions like pseudohypoparathyroidism and congenital hypoparathyroidism also contribute to calcium imbal
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Understanding Parathyroid Disorders - Calcium Metabolism and Hormonal Regulation
This presentation covers the functions of calcium, calcium metabolism, bone physiology, and hormonal regulation of calcium metabolism focusing on parathyroid hormone, calcitonin, and Vitamin D. It discusses hypo and hyperparathyroidism in detail, including clinical manifestations and treatment optio
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Understanding Eclampsia in Bitches: Causes and Symptoms
Eclampsia in bitches, also known as lactation tetany or milk fever, is a condition that can occur in the later stages of pregnancy or during lactation. Common in small breeds like Spitz, this disease presents symptoms such as restlessness, panting, and muscle stiffness. The exact causes are not defi
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