Sudden hypogalactia in HF cows – causes, symptoms, and treatment of reduced milk production.

Sudden hypogalactia in HF cows – complete information

The problem of a sudden decrease or cessation of milk production in HF cows is called Sudden Hypogalactia.

This is a serious and economically damaging situation for dairy farmers.

Main Causes

• Feed change / lack of balanced feeding
• Stress, weather changes or transport
• Subclinical mastitis (invisible infection)
• Metabolic disorders — such as Ketosis, Milk fever
• Low water intake (HF cows need 80–120 liters/day)
• Heat stress

Symptoms

• Sudden decrease or cessation of milk production
• Loss of appetite
• Mild fever or lethargy
• Change in milk quality
• Rapid breathing or mild dehydration

Diagnosis

• Mastitis check – CMT test
• Ketosis test (Urine strip / Rothera test)
• Temperature monitoring
• Feed history + stress factor analysis

Treatment Protocol

• IV Fluids – Normal saline / RL
• NSAIDs – Meloxicam (0.5 mg/kg)
• Energy boosters – Propylene glycol 250ml
• Multi-vitamin + B-complex
• If mastitis is suspected – intramammary tubes
• Feed correction – Adequate green fodder + minerals

Prevention

• Avoid stress before and after milking
• Balanced ration + 24x7 water access
• Heat management (fans, foggers)
• Mastitis control routine

If this problem is identified in time, improvement can be seen within 24–48 hours.

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