Hypomagnesaemia (grass tetany) Flashcards
1
Q
What pastures are likely to cause this condition?
A
Phase 1 and 2 lush green feed with high K
2
Q
Signs of grass tetany?
A
stiff gait, hypersensitivity to touch and sound, polyuria, bellowing, frenzied galloping, falling with severe paddling convulsions
3
Q
What process causes this?
A
High amounts of K+ and NH4+ inhibits the absorption of Mg2+ = grass tetany