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U.S. Department of Agriculture

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  1. Fields of Study
  2. animal and human health
  3. signs and symptoms (animals and humans)
  4. bloat
  1. Animals, Livestock, One Health
  2. animal and human health
  3. signs and symptoms (animals and humans)
  4. bloat
  1. Animals, Livestock, One Health
  2. animal welfare
  3. pain management
  4. signs and symptoms (animals and humans)
  5. bloat
  1. Economics, Trade, Law, Business, Industry
  2. animal welfare
  3. pain management
  4. signs and symptoms (animals and humans)
  5. bloat

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bloat

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  • Topic

Definition

  • Information A severe distension of the abdomen caused by gas; usually in ruminant animals. The problem is greatest with sudden access to lush pastures or vegetative stage alfalfa--foods that are too easily digested.

    Source: NAL Thesaurus Staff

    Type: Concept definition

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https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/916

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