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==Treatment==
==Treatment==
There is no corrective treatment for the liver damage caused by ragwort poisoning, supportive treatment can improve quality of life and minimise some of the clinical signs by reducing the workload of the liver.
Small, frequent feeds should be given 6 times a day and should consist of a high quality energy and protein source. Stomach tubing may be necessary if the horse is inappetent. Supplementary B vitamins may also be beneficial and can be given orally or parenterally.
==Prognosis==
==Prognosis==