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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]]. | ||
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* '''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 [[ | + | * '''Prevention''' - Proper [[Lizard Husbandry Requirements|husbandry]] and [[Reptile Diet Composition|diet]]. |
[[Category:Lizard_Gastrointestinal_Diseases|B]] | [[Category:Lizard_Gastrointestinal_Diseases|B]] | ||
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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.
- Diagnosis - history taking, physical examination, radiology and necropsy (the gastrointestinal tract is grossly distended with gas).
- Treatment - Supportive care but largely unsuccessful.