Mucoid enteropathy

Mucoid enteropathy is used to describe any intestinal (enteric) condition of rabbits that is characterized by diarrhea, mucus production, constipation, or death. :335 It is also referred as ME, mucoid enteritis, and mucoid enteritis complex.

Symptoms

 * Diarrhea
 * Excessive mucus production
 * Constipation
 * Death

Death usually occurs in 2 to 4 days. Rabbits usually survive the protracted course of 7 to 14 days.

Causes

 * Sudden dietary changes.
 * Low indigestible fiber diet (dietary fiber <6%).
 * Antibiotic treatment.
 * Environmental stress.

Rabbits affected with mucoid enteropathy are typically between 7 and 10 weeks of age, but adults can be affected.

Experiences

 * Andrew L. Allen and Uneeda K. Bryant. (2009). "What’s up, Doc?"