PUERPERAL TETANUS IN CROSSBRED DAIRY CATTLE – A CASE REPORT

Kanwarpal Singh Dhillon; Bikramjit Singh

doi:10.56093/ijvasr.v54i5.172425

Authors

Kanwarpal Singh Dhillon Assistant Professor, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Punjab Agricultural University, Amritsar, Ludhiana - 141 004. Punjab
Bikramjit Singh Associate Director, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Punjab Agricultural University, Amritsar, Ludhiana - 141 004. Punjab

https://doi.org/10.56093/ijvasr.v54i5.172425

Keywords:

cow, tetanus, post-partum, dystocia, penicillin

Abstract

The case was presented with a history of dystocia and retention of the placenta, and the placenta along with the fetus required manual removal. Clinical signs indicated an anxious and alert expression marked by erect ears, high rectal temperature (105 oF), general muscular stiffness and dilated nostrils, along with reduced rumination and bloat. The prolapse of the third eyelid was noticed and the tail exhibited stiffness with a pump-handle posture and limited movement. The treatment plan included penicillin, methocarbamol, human tetanus immunoglobulin, meloxicam and fluids. After three days of treatment, slight signs of improvement were noted, with complete recovery achieved after ten days of treatment.

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