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gastrointestinal (relating to the digestive system) colic is pains in the abdomen.There are a number of causes of colic 1,the intestine can go into spasms. 2,a blockage caused by feces getting stuck(impacted) 3,the gut twisting 4,a tumor blocking the intestine look at the link I have added for a more in depth explanation
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What bacteria causes colic?
Colic can have many causes, including multiple bacteria when feed is contaminated or when feeding practices lead to overgrowth of the bacteria that normally inhabit the horse's GI tract.
What is the purpose of phloroglucinol hydrate tablet?
its an anti-spasmodic used in bilary colic, GI spasms, dysmenorea, uterine spasm etc
How many different types of colic are there?
Colic can have many causes becaues it is simply abdominal pain, besides being caused by problems in the GI tract, abdominal pain can be seen with pain anywhere in the body. Some different types of colic are: spasmodic, impaction, gas, strangulation, displacement. Different causes of colic are: ulcerative colitis, gastric ulcers, ileus, enteroliths, infarction, intussusception, volvulus, tumors, interitis, gastritis, obstruction, perforation, laminitis, etc.
What is spasmotic colic?
Colic is the term for abdominal pain of any origin. Spasmotic colic is colic thought to be caused by intense cramps or 'spasms' of the intestines.
How tall is Zdravko Colic?
Zdravko Colic is 184 cm.
What doese a horse have when it paws the ground looks at its sides and lays downis it spasmotic colic or impaction colic?
impaction colic
Where can you get antispasmodic medicine from for horses?
It actually depends on the type of colic your horse has. It is best to let your veterinarian diagnose the horse before you do anything for treatment. If the colic is caused by distention of the GI tract, then it's not advisable to let the horse roll around (just let him stand upright). If the colic is caused by parasites and EGUS, there are medications for treatment and prevention. For EGUS, medicine like Abprazole and AbGard. But to be on the safe side, always call your vet before administering any medication.
Is colic a risk with preterm infants?
Colic is a risk to any infant. Colic causes gas that is unbearable which causes the baby to cry excessively
What is the number 1 Threat to a horse?
Colic, which is one of two things (intestinal) - Gas Colic (easier to pass) or an Impaction Colic, which can be life threatening.
How is colic caused?
Colic in animals can be caused by many different things like parasites or tapeworms. Most cases of colic are not serious and are the result of gas.
When a horse refuses to eat and lie down what colic has it got?
Refusing to eat and lying down are frequent symptoms of all types of colic. There are many different types of colic, but the most frequent causes of colic are gas and obstruction.
When did Dragutin Colic die?
Dragutin Colic died in 1987, in Belgrade, Serbia, Yugoslavia.
