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What is spasmodic swallowing of air?

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What does spasmodically mean?

from Merriam Webster Online Dictionary... subject to outbursts of emotional excitement : excitable


Do tigers burp?

Yes. Tigers along with any mammal (except for horses because they can't burp) that eats, burps. It's usually caused by the act of swallowing air while swallowing food or drinking. Also the food breaking down in the gastric pathways creates gas. At times, the inability to burp is dangerous, even deadly as with horses. For more details, please see the site listed below.


When your horse shows signs of colic what type is most common impaction or spasmodic?

Spasmodic colic is believed to be the most common cause of intestinal colic. Spasmodic colic can be caused when a hot horse drinks cold water. It can also be caused by fear or stress, therefore flighty, nervous, high-strung horses are more susceptible to spasmodic colic than a calmer, more laid back, "bomb proof" horse. Impaction colic is very common as well. It can be caused by the horse eating a lot of feed or roughage such as hay and/or grass and not having enough water to drink. It can be caused by bad or moldy feed or the horse not chewing its food properly (another reason to keep your horses teeth checked) There is also Flatulent Colic, also known as Tympanic colic. It's more the indigestion type colic which causes a lot of gas and pain, normally caused from eating too much grain or grass or eating moldy or bad feed.


What is infentile swallowing pattern?

Infantile swallowing pattern refers to the way in which infants aged 0-4 months swallow when eating. It is characterized by a tongue thrust reflex, which causes the tongue to push food away from the mouth instead of toward the back of the throat. The infantile swallowing pattern is a natural part of the development process and is not generally a cause for concern. However, if it persists beyond 4 months, it can be a sign of a disorder such as dysphagia.Infantile swallowing pattern is characterized by the following: Tongue thrust reflex, which causes the tongue to push food away from the mouth The infant may be unable to control the rate of swallowing, leading to choking or gagging The infant may be unable to coordinate the muscles in the mouth, throat and esophagus to swallow food properly Food may be pushed back into the mouth instead of being swallowedIf the infantile swallowing pattern does not improve with time, a professional evaluation may be needed to determine if the child has dysphagia or another swallowing disorder. Treatment may involve exercises to strengthen the muscles used in swallowing or changes to the texture of the food. Parents should always consult a doctor if they have any concerns about their infant's swallowing.


What is the snake swallowing in the picture join or die?

an arrow representing the Indians of the colonies.

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What is the medical term meaning the spasmodic swallowing of the air followed by belching?

aerophagia


What is A stiff neck due to a spasmodic contraction of the neck muscles?

Also known as a wry neck, spasmodic torticollis is a stiff neck due to spasmodic contraction of the neck muscle. The spasm causes the head to be pulled toward the affected side.


Does swallowing air make you fart?

yes


What is the medical term meaning swallowing air?

aerophagia is the medical term for swallowing air it took me a while to find this answer to my homework question as well


What is a sentence for Spasmodic?

Spasmodic is an adjective that means that something happens in bursts or intermittently. A spasmodic cough can be very painful and frustrating, even though it's not constant.


How do you use spasmodic a sentence?

Spasmodic flashes of light and booming thunderclaps were accompanied by torrential rain.


What causes excesive hiccups?

You are swallowing air to fast.


Why food and air are not usually mixed during swallowing?

they are often mixed during swallowing


What phobia is the fear of swallowing air?

possibly aerophagiaphobia


Excessive swallowing of air while eating or drinking?

hem


Can swallowing air help you float?

No. Swallowing air is not a good thing. It has zero benefits. Aerophagia is the term commonly heard when someone refers to swallowing too much air. If you swallow too much air it can cause (painful) intestinal cramps, abdominal pains, and you'll belch excessively. If only we could live in the Willy Wonka world.


Can you survive from hunger by swallowing air?

No. You need nutrients to live. Air is just good for your blood.