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==Laboratory Tests==

==Treatment==

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Specific treatments for Ketosis include:

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-IV Glucose - can also be given alongside Insulin

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-Oral Propylene Glycol - precursor for glucose

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-Corticosteroids (Dexamethasone) - acts as a gluconeogenic and appetite stimulant

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-Force feeding with a stomach tube

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Identifying and correcting any underlying disease that may be contributing to anorexia or inappetance.

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In sheep with pregnancy toxemia, the induction of parturition or a cesarean section should be performed in addition to IV and oral glucose supplementation

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==Prognosis==

==References==

Shornsey3

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