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Failure of milk let down

ISSN 2398-2993


Synonym(s): agalactiae

Introduction

  • Cause: various.
  • Signs: partial or complete absence of milk flow.
  • Diagnosis: clinical examination.
  • Treatment: depends on the etiology.
  • Prognosis: variable.
  • Agalactiae is: the failure of lactation (milk production) after parturition. Agalactiae primary
  • Failure of milk ejection/letdown refers only to the let down process and is the focus of this article.
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Presenting signs

  • Reduced or absent milkflow.

Geographic incidence

  • Worldwide.

Breed/Species predisposition

  • None known.

Public health considerations

  • None.

Cost considerations

  • Reduced milk production will have an obvious negative impact on the profits of the farm.

Pathogenesis

Etiology

  • Various factors may be involved:
    • Hormonal.
    • Stress.
    • Disease.
    • Poorly maintained milking equipment.

Diagnosis

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Treatment

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Prevention

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Outcomes

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