20 1 QUEENSLAND AGRICULTURAL JOURNAL. [1 Jay., 1900: 
The Horse. 
STABLE NOTES. 
By W. C. QUINNELL, M.R.C.V.S. 
DISEASES OF HORSES. 
GeynERAL Diseases.—F Ever. 
Fever is the term given to abnormal condition of the system, characterised’ 
by undue.elevation of temperature, accompanied by a quickened pulse and. 
increased breathing. The temperature of the body represents the balance- 
between the production and loss of heat, both of which factors are under the- 
control of the nervous system, and are brought into relation with each other by’ 
the circulation of the blood. 
In fever this balance is disturbed, and the temperature rises. 
Varieties of Hevers. 
Simple Fever, when it occurs infa mild or trifling form and caused by 
functional derangement of certain organs. 
Inflammatory Fever, when it is associated with acute local inflammation. 
arising from wounds and injuries. 
Specific Fever, when it depends upon the introduction of a specific poison: 
into the body; for example, Influenza. 
Malignant Fever is very severe and of exceptionally fatal type; example,. 
Glanders. 
Simple Fever is a benign affection, and usually terminates in restoration to- 
health, and is accompanied by serious complications. 
Causes.—Exposure to cold and wet weather, chills due to variations in: 
temperature, fatigue, irregular dieting, and want of good sanitary arrangements. 
Symptoms.—In fever there are conditions besides the elevation of tempera-- 
ture, &c., which are as follow :— 
(a) The skin is generally hot and dry. In some cases it is bathed in: i| 
perspiration, 
(4) Restless and delirium are common nervous symptoms. 
(c) The febrile condition is frequently ushered in by a chill or rigor, due: 
to excessive and spasmodic contraction of arteries that supply the- 
skin. The skin is, therefore, either generally or in certain parts: 
relatively or actually cold to the touch. 
(d) Digestive Disturbance indicates itself by dry mouth, coated tongue,. 
thirst, loss of appetite, and constipation. 
(¢) Urine will be noticed to be scanty, more highly coloured, and of 
higher specific gravity. ' 
(f) Emaciation or falling off in condition generally follows, and takes- 
place in proportion to the intensity and duration of the fever. 
Treatment.—Remove animal to a cool, clean, and well-ventilated loosejbox.. 
In the early stage the surface temperature should be kept up by friction and by” 
moderate clothing. If the limbs are cold, have them well hand-rubbed, and’ 
apply flannel bandages. Much relief and comfort can be given to the patient: 
by sponging the surface of the body, the swollen eyelids, nostrils, and mouth out» 
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