Successful Management of Haemagalactia in Dairy Cattle

Author: Sivaprasad M.S., Jisna K.S. and Arunpandian J.

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Abstract

A five-year-old Holstein Friesian crossbred cow with a history of two calvings presented with haemagalactia following a traumatic kick to the udder by another cow. Clinical examination revealed severe edema in the right hind quarter of the udder, accompanied by the presence of blood in the milk, although no external injuries were observed and vital parameters remained within normal limits. The cow was successfully treated with intramammary administration of adrenaline diluted in distilled water for three days, along with intramuscular injections of flunixinmeglumine. Additionally, Turmeric and magnesium sulfate paste were applied topically to the affected udder for five days, and oral Vitamin C supplementation was recommended. The cow fully recovered after five days of treatment.

Keywords

Blood in milk, Adrenaline, Cow, Vitamin C

Conclusion

The etiology of haemagalactia in dairy animals varies; hence the treatment should be based on the cause of the condition. Major venous haemorrhage will cause severe blood loss, requiring the choice of blood transfusion. It is well known that the udder circulatory system is very sensitive to the vasoconstrictor action of adrenaline. That is why adrenaline and vitamin C supplementation are indicated in the treatment of bloody milk. Many cases of haemagalactia take several days to respond and multiple treatment measures must be taken under certain conditions.

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How to cite this article

Sivaprasad M.S., Jisna K.S. and Arunpandian J. (2024). Successful Management of Haemagalactia in Dairy Cattle. Biological Forum – An International Journal, 16(12): 179-181.