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HGE stands for Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis in dogs.
HGE stands for Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis in dogs.
True
The old term for HGE in dogs is Acute Hemorrhagic Diarrhea Syndrome (AHDS).
The old term for HGE in dogs is Acute Hemorrhagic Diarrhea Syndrome (AHDS).
True
HGE mainly affects large breed dogs.
HGE mainly affects large breed dogs.
False
Some of the breeds more likely to develop HGE include Yorkshire terriers and Maltese.
Some of the breeds more likely to develop HGE include Yorkshire terriers and Maltese.
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Vomiting is a common symptom of HGE, but the stomach is actually affected by the syndrome.
Vomiting is a common symptom of HGE, but the stomach is actually affected by the syndrome.
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HGE in dogs is caused by a type of hypersensitivity reaction resulting from excessive water intake.
HGE in dogs is caused by a type of hypersensitivity reaction resulting from excessive water intake.
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The most common symptoms of HGE in dogs include vomiting and pale mucous membranes.
The most common symptoms of HGE in dogs include vomiting and pale mucous membranes.
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HGE in dogs can be definitively diagnosed through a single blood test.
HGE in dogs can be definitively diagnosed through a single blood test.
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IV fluid therapy is not a crucial element in the treatment of HGE in dogs.
IV fluid therapy is not a crucial element in the treatment of HGE in dogs.
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Bacterial translocation in HGE occurs when bacteria from the intestines migrate into the bloodstream due to intestinal inflammation.
Bacterial translocation in HGE occurs when bacteria from the intestines migrate into the bloodstream due to intestinal inflammation.
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