'''Septicaemia''' in the foal is a '''serious''' and '''life-threatening''' condition that requires '''prompt diagnosis''' and '''treatment'''. It is caused by the presence of '''bacteria''', or '''bacterial toxins''' in the '''blood'''. The infection can either be localised (ie to the joints or umbilicus) or generalised, with systemic signs. | '''Septicaemia''' in the foal is a '''serious''' and '''life-threatening''' condition that requires '''prompt diagnosis''' and '''treatment'''. It is caused by the presence of '''bacteria''', or '''bacterial toxins''' in the '''blood'''. The infection can either be localised (ie to the joints or umbilicus) or generalised, with systemic signs. |