tying up

["mmieske" <mmieske@netonecom.net>]

You have to also add vitamin E with a selenium supplement.  The two work together.  I imagine Susan or Heidi can give a better explanation but selenium alone will not help the problem.  I don't know what the selenium levels are in Nebraska but I am from Michigan, not far from Illinois and if Michigan is totally deficient, I bet Illinois is low also.  It could be a change in feed, grass, hay, etc. Have you had her selenium levels checked?  I believe there are other blood tests that vets recommend to determine the causes of tying up... any other comments or suggestions for this gal?  Don't give up....if anyone can help you find a solution, it'll be someone here on RC!  :) 

Maggie