Digestive Disorders Flashcards
1
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What can digestive disorders lead to
A
They can lead to dehydration, acid-base, and electrolyte imbalances.
2
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WHat are common digestive disorder
A
Foreign bodies, bloat, sickness and diarhoea
3
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What is bloat caused by
A
A build up of gas in the rumen which can be fatal
4
Q
What is a frothy bloat caused
A
It is caused by foam in the rumen trapping gas
5
Q
What is free-gas caused by
A
This is caused by blockages and obstruction in the oesophagus
6
Q
What can sickness and diarrhoea be caused by ?
A
Unsuitable amounts of food, contaminated food, unsuitable food types, stress, pathogens
