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This is an uncommon problem but may be seen in neonatal to juvenile iguanas. There is no definitive aetiology but it may be associated with malnutrition or [[Lizard Metabolic Bone Disease|metabolic bone disease]].
 
This is an uncommon problem but may be seen in neonatal to juvenile iguanas. There is no definitive aetiology but it may be associated with malnutrition or [[Lizard Metabolic Bone Disease|metabolic bone disease]].
  
* '''Diagnosis''' - history taking, [[Lizard Physical Examination|physical examination]], radiology and necropsy (the gastrointestinal tract is grossly distended with gas).
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* '''Diagnosis''' - history taking, [[Lizard Physical Examination|physical examination]], radiology and [[Lizard Necropsy|necropsy]] (the gastrointestinal tract is grossly distended with gas).
  
 
* '''Treatment''' - [[Lizard Supportive Care|Supportive care]] but largely unsuccessful.
 
* '''Treatment''' - [[Lizard Supportive Care|Supportive care]] but largely unsuccessful.
  
* '''Prevention''' - Proper [[Lizard Husbandry Requirements|husbandry]] and [[Lizard Diet|diet]].
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* '''Prevention''' - Proper [[Lizard Husbandry Requirements|husbandry]] and [[Reptile Diet Composition|diet]].
 
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This is an uncommon problem but may be seen in neonatal to juvenile iguanas. There is no definitive aetiology but it may be associated with malnutrition or metabolic bone disease.