Hemorrhage
Hemorrhage:
Continuous
loss of blood from a wound or lesion which results from the breaking
of veins or arteries. The bleeding should be stopped as quickly
as possible by cold compacts and pressure on the wound. Surgery
is often required. If the bleeding is from an artery, use of a tourniquet
above the wound is necessary. Lesions caused by being hit by a car
or other vehicle may cause internal hemorrhaging in which blood
accumulates in the abdomen, stomach, or bladder. The animal must
be permitted absolute rest under the care of a vet.
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