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==Signalment==
==Signalment==
Affects cattle, ewes and deer, diabetic dogs
Affects cattle, ewes and deer, diabetic dogs.
More frequently affecting animals who have a high body condition store.
More frequently affecting animals who have a high body condition score.
==Diagnosis==
==Diagnosis==
==Laboratory Tests==
==Laboratory Tests==
==Treatment==
==Treatment==
Specific treatments for Ketosis include: IV Glucose (can also be given alongside Insulin), Oral Propylene Glycol (a precursor for glucose), Corticosteroids (e.g. Dexamethasone) which acts as a gluconeogenic and appetite stimulant, Force feeding with a stomach tube
Identify and correct any underlying disease that may be contributing to anorexia or inappetance.
In sheep with pregnancy toxemia, the induction of parturition or a cesarean section should be performed in addition to IV and oral glucose supplementation
==Prognosis==
==Prognosis==
==References==
==References==