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==Introduction==
[[Image:Gastric ulceration.jpg|thumb|right|275px|Gastric ulceration - Copyright David Walker RVC]]
[[Image:Gastric ulceration.jpg|thumb|right|275px|Gastric ulceration - Copyright David Walker RVC]]
Acute inflammation of the stomach is not uncommon, especially in the dog. The cause is usually the ingestion of substances including
Acute inflammation of the stomach is not uncommon, especially in the dog. The cause is usually the ingestion of substances including
[[Gastric Foreign Objects|foreign bodies]], spoiled or contaminated food, toxic plants ,chemicals and drugs (especially [[NSAIDs|non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs]]).
[[Gastric Foreign Objects|foreign bodies]], spoiled or contaminated food, toxic plants ,chemicals and drugs (especially [[NSAIDs|non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs]]).
===Laboratory Tests===
===Laboratory Tests===
Clinical pathology such as haematology and biochemistry can be used to rule out conditions such as [[Uraemia|uraemia]],[[Diabetes Mellitus#Diabetic Ketoacidosis| diabetic ketoacidosis]], hypoadrenocorticism], hepatic disease, hypercalcaemia and [[Pancreatitis - Dog and Cat|pancreatitis]].
Clinical pathology such as haematology and biochemistry can be used to rule out conditions such as [[Uraemia|uraemia]],[[Diabetes Mellitus#Diabetic Ketoacidosis| diabetic ketoacidosis]], hypoadrenocorticism], hepatic disease, hypercalcaemia and [[Pancreatitis|pancreatitis]].
===Radiography===
===Radiography===
The prognosis is excellent if fluid and electrolyte balance is maintained.
The prognosis is excellent if fluid and electrolyte balance is maintained.
==Literature Search==
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==References==
==References==
Merck & Co (2008) '''The Merck Veterinary Manual (Eighth Edition)''' ''Merial''
Merck & Co (2008) '''The Merck Veterinary Manual (Eighth Edition)''' ''Merial''
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