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bezoar
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bezoar

Hardened mass occasionally found in the stomach or intestines of ruminating animals, such as goats, llamas, antelopes, and cows. They appear to be formed through the presence of some irritating substance in the alimentary tract.



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jejunal dyskinesia, chronic diverticulitis complicated by the formation of enterolith, and vitamin B-12 malabsorption secondary to chronic stasis and bacterial overgrowth within the jejunal diverticula have also been reported.
Jejunal diverticulitis by Woods, Alyn Q.; Ly, Justin Q.; Binstock, Aaron; Beall, Douglas P. / Applied Radiology
As previously mentioned, alfalfa hay has been found to contribute to enterolith formation.
Horse Colic and Enteroliths by RON PETRACEK / Pets and Animals community
In horses prone to developing enteroliths (stones) in their intestines, a cup of Apple Cider Vinegar mixed in the food once to twice a day can help to reduce the pH level in the gut, and inhibit stone formation.
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