The stomach contains mucous neck cells that make mucous to coat the epithelial cells lining the stomach. Without the mucous, the acidity and pepsin in the stomach would break down the lining of the stomach and create ulcers.
The stomach
Mucoid capsules prevent desiccation in some organisms which increase virulence. Capsules are slippery and can evade a human's immune system.
Give your rabbit lots of roughage, clean oat straw or weed free timothy hay. Check your pellets for contamination, maybe throw them out and get a new bag. You can give your bunny kaopectate or pepto bismo, a few drops at a time. Make sure it is common diarrhea and not mucoid enteritis. Mucoid enteritis can be detected by gently shaking your bunny. If it sounds like it is full of water mucoid enteritis is present. See a vet immediately. Mucoid enteritis is usually found in young bunnies.
mucoid connective tissue (Wharton jelly)areolar (?)
mucoid connective tissue (Wharton jelly)areolar (?)
This is not good. Take your bunny to the vet. She probably has some sort of parasite or mucoid enteritis. For either you will need meds from a vet.
Myxomatous is the medical term meaning pertaining to a tumor filled with mucus.
The consistency would be: 1. Dry (free from moisture) 2. Buttery (Moist and shiny) 3. Mucoid (slimy and glistening)
When a fecalysis report indicates that the consistency of the stool is mucoid, it means the stool has a mucus-like texture, which can be slimy or gel-like. This may suggest irritation or inflammation in the intestines, often associated with conditions such as infections, inflammatory bowel disease, or gastrointestinal disorders. It is important to consider other symptoms and laboratory findings for a comprehensive evaluation. If concerns persist, consulting a healthcare professional is advisable.
A bunny that has rough fur can have enterotoxaemia, mucoid enteritis, conjunctivitis, or even coccidiosis. They may also have other symptoms such as a lack of energy, and a stained hind end.
A mucoid complete tear of the posterior horn of the medial meniscus refers to a tear that involves the innermost part of the meniscus and is filled with thickened, gelatinous material. This type of tear can impact the stability and function of the knee joint, leading to symptoms like pain, swelling, and difficulty with range of motion. Treatment may involve rest, physical therapy, or in severe cases, surgery to repair or remove the damaged meniscus.
Klebsiella bacteria are rod-shaped (bacilli) and have a characteristic polysaccharide capsule that surrounds the cell, giving a mucoid appearance on agar plates. Its colonies typically appear smooth, raised, and mucoid with a sticky consistency. Klebsiella can come in various colors, including pink, white, yellow, or cream, depending on the growth conditions and the type of media used for culture.