03/09/2020
Signs of colic
Colic in horses is defined as abdominal pain, but it is a clinical symptom rather than a diagnosis. The term colic can encompass all forms of gastrointestinal conditions which cause pain as well as other causes of abdominal pain not involving the gastrointestinal tract. The most common forms of colic are gastrointestinal in nature and are most often related to colonic disturbance.
Signs-
Elevated body temperature: most commonly associated with medically managed colics such as enteritis, colitis, peritonitis, and intestinal rupture
Elevated heart rate
Elevated respiratory rate
Increased capillary refill time]
Change in mucous membrane (gum) color
Change in the degree of gut sounds
Pawing
Increased attention toward the abdomen, including flank watching (turning of the head to look at the abdomen and/or hind quarters), nipping, biting, or kicking
Repeatedly lying down and rising, which may become violent when the colic is severe
Rolling, especially when not followed by shaking after standing, and which may become violent when the colic is severe (thrashing)
Sweating
Change in activity level: lethargy, pacing, or a constant shifting of weight when standing
Change in f***s: decreased f***l output or a change in consistency
Repeated flehmen response
Stretching, abnormal posturing,or frequent attempts to urinate
Groaning
Bruxism
Excess salivation (ptyalism)
Excessive yawning
Loss of appetite
Abdominal distention
Dorsal recumbency in foals
Poor coat or weight loss (chronic colic)
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