The Etiology of Generalized Alopecia in Young Calves
June 2007
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Studysummary This study found that alopecia in young calves was associated with a higher incidence of diarrhoea and prolonged ruminal acidosis, with significant changes in blood chemistry noted.
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The study investigated the correlation between alopecia and ruminal drinking in 331 young calves up to 31 days old. It found that calves with alopecia had a significantly higher incidence of diarrhea and persistent ruminal acidosis. Blood analysis showed differences in acidosis levels and concentrations of D-lactate, urea, and creatinine, as well as enzyme activities. The study concluded that alopecia in calves was associated with prolonged diseases like diarrhea and ruminal drinking, which involve D-lactate production. However, it could not determine if alopecia was due to toxic substance formation or essential substance deficiency.
