Study treats cow uterine infection for a fraction of the cost

Sugar solution was just as effective as antibiotics in treating clinical metritis in trial, scientists say.

Dairy Cow With Vet In Barn
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 A sugar solution already used in some medical applications could reduce the use — and cost — of antibiotics when treating a common uterine infection in dairy cows, according to new research from The Pennsylvania State University.

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