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Calf Septicemia
(2)
1) A common sequelae to FPT or PFPT
2) A major killer of calves less than 14 days old
Calf Septicemia Clinical Signs
(7)
1) Progressive lethargy
2) Depression
3) Inappetence
4) Tachycardia
5) Cold extremities
6) Possibly mild abdominal distention dut to ileus
7) Diarrhea with excess mucus but not severe dehydration
Calf Septicemia Prolonged Course Clinical Signs
(3)
1) Polyarthritis
2) Uveitis
3) Meningitis
Calf Septicemia Diagnosis
(5)
1) History of inadequate colostral intake
2) Clinical signs highly suggestive
3) Assess serum for immunoglobulin status
4) Blood culture - probably not cost effective
5) Hemogram may confirm severity of infection but not of great prognostic significance
Calf Septicemia Treatment
(6)
1) Broad spectrum bactericidal parenteral antibiotics for at least 5 days
2) IV fluids at maintenance rate
3) Feed whole milk
4) Keep in clean, well ventilated, thermoneutral environment
5) Consider transfusing > 1 L whole blood
6) Consider administering nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
Broad Spectrum Bactericidal Antibiotics
(5)
1) Ampicillin or amoxicillin
2) Potentiated sulfonamides
3) Ceftiofur - #1, likely to become illegal
4) Gentamicin - 18 month slaugher withdrawal
5) Fluoroquinolones - illegal unless respiratory disease present
IV Fluids
(3)
1) Acetated or lactated ringers
2) Maintenance rate = 80 ml/kg/day
3) Monitor blood glucose concentration - tendency to get hypoglycemic
Feed Whole Milk
(3)
1) Feed 12-15% BW/day
2) Preferably split into 3 or more feedings
3) Higher than normal 10% BW/day because of sepsis