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==Treatment==

==Treatment==

Horses may be treated [[Colic, Medical Treatment|medically]] during the ealry stages with fluids, laxatives and analgesics.  The key clinical sign that idnicates the need for surgery is abdominal distension associated with distension of the large colon.

Horses may be treated [[Colic, Medical Treatment|medically]] during the ealry stages with fluids, laxatives and analgesics.  The key clinical sign that idnicates the need for surgery is abdominal distension associated with distension of the large colon.(Frederico)

Horses with impactions may be treated medically with analgesics, IV fluids, and gentle enemas. Often, however, surgery is required to evacuate the colon due to severity of pain and gas distention.(Merck)

Horses with impactions may be treated medically with analgesics, IV fluids, and gentle enemas. Often, however, surgery is required to evacuate the colon due to severity of pain and gas distention.(Merck)