Anaplasmosis Concurrent With Copper Deficiency in a Salem Black Kid
June 2024
in “
Indian Journal of Veterinary Medicine
”
Studysummary This case report describes a Salem black kid with alopecia and other symptoms, which was diagnosed with anaplasmosis due to Anaplasma ovis infection combined with copper deficiency, as confirmed by laboratory tests including blood smears and serum biochemistry. Our plain-language summary of this paper — not a Tressless recommendation.
A 4-month-old Salem Black kid presented with alopecia and other symptoms such as depigmentation, pale mucosa, and loss of body condition. Dermatological tests ruled out ectoparasites and hair growth issues, while blood tests confirmed the presence of Anaplasma ovis and normochromic microcytic anemia. Further tests showed low copper levels and elevated bilirubin, creatinine kinase, and LDH. The diagnosis was anaplasmosis with concurrent copper deficiency, based on clinical findings and treatment response.
