Periparturient Diseases in the Dam.

Area of Science:

• Veterinary Medicine
• Animal Reproduction

Background:

• Dams undergo significant hormonal, physiological, and physical changes during pregnancy, parturition, and lactation.
• The periparturient period presents unique challenges for dam health management.
• Identifying and treating diseases in dams during this period requires careful consideration of impacts on offspring.

Purpose of the Study:

• To provide an overview of common diseases affecting dams in the periparturient period.
• To highlight the importance of thorough history taking and physical examination for diagnosis.
• To emphasize the challenges in managing periparturient diseases due to medication and management impacts on both dam and offspring.

Main Methods:

• Literature review of common periparturient diseases in dams.
• Discussion of diagnostic approaches including history and physical examination.
• Analysis of management considerations and their impact on dam and offspring health.

Main Results:

• Common periparturient diseases include lactation disorders, inappropriate maternal behavior, mastitis, metritis, and eclampsia.
• Hormonal, physiological, and physical changes are characteristic of this period.
• Medications and management strategies affect both the dam and her offspring.

Conclusions:

• Effective management of periparturient diseases requires a comprehensive understanding of physiological changes.
• Accurate diagnosis and treatment are essential for the well-being of both the dam and her offspring.
• Careful consideration of all therapeutic and management decisions is necessary during the periparturient period.