9: Vomiting Flashcards
In which species does metaclopramide work better?
Dogs than cats
How do you treat vomiting?
IV fluids, IV omeprazole if ulceration or reflux signs, oral sucralfate, low-fat diet little and often
How do you treat ulcers?
Aggressively - fluids, acid inhibitors, sucralfate, feed little and often
Within how long does the stomach empty?
10-12 hours
Which species don’t have fasting MMCs?
Cats and rabbits
Why do you give mushy food?
Liquid empties fastest, then solid, then dried
In which conditions might you give reduced fat food?
IBD, lymphangiectasia etc
What can endoscopy NOT detect?
Submucosal lesions or motility disorders
What is the significance of finding Helicobacter?
Common, no association with ulcers
What is the usual sign of a tumour?
Anorexia, NOT vomiting
