falling disease

falling disease
a condition seen in cattle with dietary copper deficiency, sometimes with molybdenum poisoning; affected animals suddenly throw up their heads, utter a loud cry, and usually quickly die. They may show earlier signs of dietary deficiency such as diarrhea and depigmentation of the hair.

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