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Neonatal GI Disorders Flashcards

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Number 1 differential for neonatal foals presenting with colic/constipation?

A

Meconium Impaction

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Tx for Meconium impaction:

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Laxatives (Mineral oil via NG tube)
Enema (Retention enema, Sodium Phosphate or soapy water)
Abx- Aminoglycoside + Betalactam
Banamine
Fluids +/- Dextrose
Withhold nursing

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Top non-infectious differential for 2wk old foal with diarrhea

A

Foal heat diarrhea

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Top infectious differential for 2wk old foal with diarrhea

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Rotavirus

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Tx for rotaviral diarrhea in foals:

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IV fluids (Typically LRS w/ CMPK)
Nutritional Support
+/- Antimicrobials
Lactase supplementation

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