Case Challenge!
Who can recognize this breathing pattern that is often seen in horses in the southeast this time of year?
Here’s a look at a typical day’s surgery schedule with Dr. D’Amico from a few weeks ago. #spayandneuteryourpets #vetmedlife #weloveourpatients
Mule colt 🤎
This little guy was born last week. He’s a draft mule—from a Belgian mare and mammoth Jack stud. Due to having donkey factor in his blood, his platelets (which help with clotting) were destroyed by his mom’s antibodies when he ingested her colostrum. This is a very uncommon disorder called neonatal alloimmune thrombocytopenia. It leads to excessive bleeding—this sweet boy bled from his umbilicus and formed hematomas very easily. He has been treated by Dr. Chastain since the day following birth and is now 12 days old and doing well!! The disease gradually resolves as the antibodies degrade; antibiotics, steroids, and careful management were also used in his case. We are happy to report that he is now healthy enough to kick our butts during treatment 😂💪🏻🤎
Friday Challenge:
Name this parasite!!
Update on the little colt owned by Ben and Ashlyn Lotz, that Dr. Chastain treated for failure of passive transfer and early sepsis. He is strong and doing great!! 🤩😍🙌🏻🎉
