Dr. Muhammad Rawal Khan -DVM

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Dr. Muhammad Rawal Khan -DVM 'UVASIAN
'VETERINARIAN'
'CONTENT CREATOR
'FRANCOPHONE 🇫🇷
'QASF ALUMNUS
'SOCIAL MEDIA ACTIVIST'

07/04/2025

منہ کھر: ایک خطرناک وائرل بیماری
🦠 "منہ کھر" ایک نہایت مہلک وائرس ہے جو جانوروں میں بہت تیزی سے پھیلتا ہے۔ یہ بیماری بالخصوص مویشیوں 🐄 کو متاثر کرتی ہے۔
علامات:
- منہ اور پاؤں میں چھالے 🩸
- بخار 🌡️
- کھانا پینا چھوڑ دینا 🍽️
- رال ٹپکنا
⚠️ منہ کھرکا پھیلاؤ بہت تیز ہوتا ہے اور ایک متاثرہ جانور سے پورے باڑے میں پھیل سکتا ہے 💥۔ اس لیے کسانوں اور ویٹرنری ڈاکٹروں 🩺 کے لیے بروقت احتیاطی تدابیر اختیار کرنا نہایت ضروری ہے۔
بچاؤ:
✅ ویکسینیشن 💉اس بیماری سے بچاؤ کا ایک مؤثر طریقہ ہے۔
✅ مویشیوں کی باقاعدہ نگرانی اور صفائی کا خاص خیال رکھیں۔
✅ متاثرہ جانور کو فوراً علیحدہ کریں تاکہ دوسرے جانور متاثر نہ ہوں۔
منہ کھر کی بروقت روک تھام اور مؤثر احتیاطی تدابیر کو ترجیح دینا نہایت ضروری ہے تاکہ جانوروں 🐐 کی صحت محفوظ 🛡️ رہ سکے

29/03/2025

"لمپی سکن بیماری (Lumpy Skin Disease) ایک وائرل انفیکشن ہے جو مویشیوں کی صحت اور پیداوار پر شدید منفی اثر ڈال سکتا ہے۔ یہ بیماری خاص طور پر گائے اور بھینسوں میں جلد پر گانٹھیں، بخار، کمزوری اور دودھ کی پیداوار میں نمایاں کمی کا سبب بنتی ہے۔ یہ وائرس مچھر، مکھیوں اور دیگر خون چوسنے والے کیڑوں کے ذریعے پھیلتا ہے، جس کی وجہ سے اس کا پھیلاؤ تیزی سے ممکن ہوتا ہے۔

بروقت ویکسینیشن، مویشیوں کی صفائی کا خاص خیال، متاثرہ جانوروں کو الگ رکھنا اور مناسب ویٹرنری مشاورت اس بیماری کے پھیلاؤ کو روکنے میں مددگار ثابت ہو سکتے ہیں۔ تمام کسانوں اور ڈیری فارمرز کو چاہیے کہ وہ اپنے مویشیوں کی مکمل نگرانی کریں اور کسی بھی مشتبہ علامات کی صورت میں فوری طور پر مستند ویٹرنری ڈاکٹر سے رجوع کریں۔

اپنے مویشیوں کی صحت کو یقینی بنانے کے لیے احتیاطی تدابیر اختیار کریں اور لمپی سکن بیماری کے خلاف بروقت اقدامات کریں، کیونکہ صحت مند مویشی ہی منافع بخش فارمنگ کی ضمانت ہیں! 🐄🔬"

Understanding Adrenergic Receptors: A Key to Pharmacology & Physiology!Ever wondered how animal body's autonomic nervous...
23/03/2025

Understanding Adrenergic Receptors: A Key to Pharmacology & Physiology!

Ever wondered how animal body's autonomic nervous system responds to stress, exercise, or medication? The adrenergic receptors—Alpha (α) and Beta (β) receptors—play a crucial role in regulating cardiovascular function, smooth muscle contraction, and metabolic processes!

➡️ Alpha₁ Receptors: Cause vasoconstriction, pupil dilation (mydriasis), increased blood pressure, and contraction of the prostate.
➡️ Alpha₂ Receptors: Work as an inhibitory system, leading to decreased blood pressure (via reduced norepinephrine release) and decreased gastrointestinal motility.
➡️ Beta₁ Receptors: Primarily affect the heart and kidneys, increasing heart rate, contraction force, and renin secretion (which impacts blood pressure regulation).
➡️ Beta₂ Receptors: Found in the lungs, uterus, liver, and GI tract, leading to bronchodilation, relaxation of uterine smooth muscles, and increased blood sugar via glycogenolysis.

This knowledge is vital for veterinarians, pharmacologists, and medical professionals in understanding how drugs like epinephrine, beta-blockers, and alpha agonists function in clinical practice!

Which receptor function fascinates you the most? Let us know in the comments!

Attention vet students and animal health enthusiasts! 🩺🐄 Did you know that a diet low in "thiamine" or high in "sulfur"...
17/03/2025

Attention vet students and animal health enthusiasts! 🩺🐄

Did you know that a diet low in "thiamine" or high in "sulfur" can cause a severe neurological disorder in cattle? This condition affects the brain, leading to symptoms like blindness, ataxia, and even sudden death if left untreated!

Can you guess the correct answer from the options below? Drop your answers in the comments! 👇 Let’s see who gets it right! ✅

📋 Case Report: Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) in a Male Goat 🐐🏥 *Case Presentation:*- *Patient:* Male Goat - Location:UV...
14/03/2025

📋 Case Report: Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) in a Male Goat 🐐

🏥 *Case Presentation:*
- *Patient:* Male Goat
- Location:UVAS Ravi Campus Medicine Clinic
- Age:1-1.5years
- *Weight:*~40kg

🌡 *Clinical History:*
The goat was presented to the UVAS Ravi Campus Medicine Clinic with the following clinical signs:
- *Fever:* 102.8°F (39.3°C)
- *Oral Lesions:* Painful vesicles and erosions on the oral mucosa, particularly around the lower gum and tongue.
- *Lameness:* Reluctance to walk, but no lesions on foot
- *Salivation:* Excessive drooling due to oral pain.
- *Reduced Appetite:* Difficulty in chewing and swallowing due to oral discomfort.
- *General Discomfort:* Signs of restlessness and occasional limping.
🦠 *Differential Diagnosis:*
- Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD)
- Bluetongue
- Contagious Ecthyma (Orf)
- Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR)
🧪 *Diagnosis:*
- *Clinical Examination:* Presence of vesicles in the mouth, lameness, and fever were highly indicative of FMD.
- *Laboratory Tests:*(If performed)
- *RT-PCR:* For confirmation of FMD virus.
- *Serology:* Detection of antibodies.
💊 *Treatment & Management:*
Since FMD is a viral disease, treatment focused on supportive care:
*1. Antimicrobial Therapy:*
- Penbiotic 1 gm is effective for secondary bacterial infection
*2. Pain Management:*
- Flunixin meglamin1.1 mg/kg IM, once daily for 3–5 days, to reduce inflammation and pain.
*3. Oral Care:*
- *Antiseptic Mouthwash:* Chlorhexidine solution (0.1%) , KMno4 (0.1%),Sodium hypochlorite (1%)for cleaning oral lesions twice daily.
- Glycerin and Honey Application:For soothing and promoting healing of oral ulcers.
*4. Fluid Therapy:*
- *Ringer’s Lactate:* 10–20 ml/kg IV or SC, if dehydration is observed.
*5. Nutritional Support:*
- *Soft Feed:* Providing easily chewable and highly nutritious feed to prevent weight loss.
🩺 *Prognosis:*
- Favorable:With early and appropriate supportive care.
- Complications:If untreated, secondary bacterial infections, severe lameness, and weight loss may occur.
🚨 *Preventive Measures:*
- *Vaccination:* Routine FMD vaccination in endemic areas. 2 shots in Feb/Mar and Sep/Oct
- *Quarantine:* Isolation of infected animals to prevent spread.
- Biosecurity:Proper disinfection of equipment and premises.
🐾 *Conclusion:*
This case highlights the importance of early detection and supportive management of FMD in goats. Strict biosecurity measures and vaccination programs are essential to control the spread of this highly contagious disease.
📖 *Reference:*
*Radostits, O. M., Gay, C. C., Hinchcliff, K. W., & Constable, P. D. (2007). Veterinary Medicine: A Textbook of the Diseases of Cattle, Horses, Sheep, Pigs, and Goats.*
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🌾🐄 **A Closer Look at Bovine Pinkeye!** 👁️💥 This isn’t just any eye infection — this severe **corneal abscess** is a pa...
10/03/2025

🌾🐄 **A Closer Look at Bovine Pinkeye!** 👁️💥

This isn’t just any eye infection — this severe **corneal abscess** is a painful consequence of **infectious keratoconjunctivitis**, better known as **pinkeye in cattle**. 🐮💔 It’s a condition that can lead to blindness if left untreated — and as future vets, recognizing the culprit behind it is *crucial*!

But here’s the real challenge: **Do you know which microorganism is most commonly responsible for this sight-threatening disease?** 🦠🔍

Let’s put your veterinary knowledge to the test! 🧠💡 Drop your answer in the comments and show us how well you know your bovine ophthalmology! ⬇️

A - Moraxella bovis
B - Chlamydophila pecorum
C - Mycoplasma spp.
D - Colesiota conjunctivae
E - Neisseria spp.

**Tag your fellow vet students** and see if they know the right answer too! Let’s learn together and keep our livestock healthy and thriving! 🐄❤️

🧠💡 Time to Test Your Vet Knowledge! 🐾💉 When we talk about the "patellar reflex", also known as the "knee-jerk" reflex, ...
08/03/2025

🧠💡 Time to Test Your Vet Knowledge! 🐾💉

When we talk about the "patellar reflex", also known as the "knee-jerk" reflex, we’re not just observing a simple movement — we’re evaluating the health of an important nerve and specific spinal cord segments. This quick, involuntary kick tells us so much about an animal’s neurological function! 🐕🩺

But here’s the real question: *Do you know which nerve is responsible for this reflex?* 🤔💭
Take a guess and drop your answers in the comments below! Let’s see how many future vets and animal lovers get it right! 📝👇

🐃 Clinical Case Report: Severe Mastitis in a Buffalo 🩺 📝 Case History:A 4-year-old lactating buffalo was presented at "S...
07/03/2025

🐃 Clinical Case Report: Severe Mastitis in a Buffalo 🩺

📝 Case History:
A 4-year-old lactating buffalo was presented at "SURGERY CLINIC UVAS PATTOKI" with:
- 🥛 Sudden drop in milk production
- 🌡️ Swelling, heat, and redness of the udder
- ⚠️ Thick, clotted, and discolored milk with a foul odor
- 🐄 Restlessness and signs of pain during milking
🔍 Clinical Examination:
- Body Temperature: 103.5°F (Normal: 99.0–102.0°F)
- Heart Rate: 72 beats/min (Normal: 40–60 beats/min)
- Udder: Swollen, firm, and painful on palpation
🦠 Diagnostic Approach:
- Performed "CALIFORNIA MASTITIS TEST" which was strongly positive due to "GEL FORMATION"
Other methods of diagnosis can be performed to diagnose further the type of Mastitis.
- Milk Culture & Sensitivity
- Somatic Cell Count: Elevated (>1,000,000 cells/ml)
- Complete Blood Count (CBC): Leukocytosis indicating infection
💊 Treatment Protocol:
1️⃣ Antibiotic Therapy:
- Ceftiofur: 2.2 mg/kg IM once daily for 5 days
2️⃣ Intramammary Infusion:
- Tylosin + Neomycin-based infusion twice daily for 3 days
3️⃣ Anti-inflammatory & Pain Management:
- Meloxicam: 0.5 mg/kg IM once daily for 3 days
4️⃣ Supportive Care:
- Frequent stripping of the affected quarter to remove infected milk
- Warm compresses to reduce swelling
- Oral rehydration and energy boosters to combat dehydration
🗓️ Follow-Up:
- Clinical improvement will be observed after 5 days of therapy
- Milk quality and production will be restored within 2 weeks
- Recommended regular udder hygiene and periodic CMT screening
🚨 Prevention Tips:
- Maintain proper milking hygiene 🧼
- Ensure clean and dry bedding for animals 🌾
- Prompt treatment of minor udder injuries 🩹
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🔬🐑🐄 **Unmasking the Hidden World of Livestock Parasites!** 🐛🦠 Behind the health and productivity of our sheep and cattl...
05/03/2025

🔬🐑🐄 **Unmasking the Hidden World of Livestock Parasites!** 🐛🦠

Behind the health and productivity of our sheep and cattle lies an unseen battle — a fight against major parasites that threaten their well-being! From **ectoparasites** like lice, ticks, and mites to **endoparasites** attacking vital organs like the lungs, liver, and intestines — every farmer and vet must stay vigilant.

🧠 **Did you know?**
- *Taenia multiceps* causes "gid" in sheep by forming cysts in the brain 🧠
- *Fasciola hepatica* in cattle and sheep damages the liver, leading to severe economic losses 🐂💔
- Nasal botflies (*Oestrus ovis*) irritate sheep’s nasal passages, affecting breathing and comfort 🐏😷

Proper diagnosis, prevention, and treatment are **crucial** for keeping livestock healthy and ensuring sustainable farming. Let’s raise awareness and take action against these silent invaders!

💉🩺 **Stay educated. Stay prepared. Save lives.** 🐑❤️🐄

🧠🐾 **Vet Brain Teaser: How Well Do You Know Cranial Nerves?** 👀💡 In veterinary neurology, the **Menace Response Test** ...
02/03/2025

🧠🐾 **Vet Brain Teaser: How Well Do You Know Cranial Nerves?** 👀💡

In veterinary neurology, the **Menace Response Test** is a crucial diagnostic tool. By making a gentle hand movement toward the animal’s eye (without touching or creating airflow), we assess the presence of a blink reflex — but here’s the real question:

**Which cranial nerves are involved in this response?**
A) II and VII
B) I and VIII
C) V and VII
D) IX and X
E) V and VIII

Think you know the answer? Share your guess in the comments and test your veterinary knowledge! Let’s see how many of you get it right! 🐕💙

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