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Choke in Horses

Choke is an esophageal obstruction caused by poorly chewed food or other material that gets stuck in the throat of horses. Unlike choking in humans, the airway is not compromised, therefore choke is not immediately life-threatening in horses.

The Vetster Editorial Team

May 25, 2023

8 min read

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Roaring (Laryngeal Paralysis) in Horses

A horse which groans excessively or ‘roars’ during exercise may have laryngeal paralysis. This condition is caused by damage to a nerve inside the neck which controls the opening of the throat.

The Vetster Editorial Team

May 16, 2023

4 min read

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Theiler’s Disease (Equine Serum Hepatitis) in Horses

Theiler’s disease is a form of liver disease affecting adult horses. Also known as equine serum hepatitis, it is a rare but potentially life-threatening condition.

The Vetster Editorial Team

May 5, 2023

5 min read

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Squamous Cell Carcinomas in Horses

Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is a malignant skin cancer that arises from the superficial layer of the skin. SCC appears as a single, raised mass that often ulcerates and may bleed or as soft flesh-colored masses that mimic “proud flesh."

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 28, 2023

5 min read

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Warts (Papillomatosis) in Horses

Papillomatosis is a skin disease caused by several equine papillomaviruses that present as papillomas (commonly known as warts). Equine warts commonly develop on the muzzle and face, genitals, pasterns, or in the ears of young horses.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 28, 2023

5 min read

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Melanoma in Horses

Melanomas are skin tumors that develop from the cells responsible for skin pigment called melanocytes. Melanomas are most common in gray, but occur in other horses as well. The cause of melanoma is not completely understood.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 28, 2023

6 min read

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Rain Rot or Scald (Dermatophilosis) in Horses

Rain rot or rain scald is caused by Dermatophilus congolensis, a bacteria that causes a skin infection in horses. Rain rot affects horses of all ages, but most commonly affects young or immunosuppressed horses chronically exposed to wet conditions.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 26, 2023

5 min read

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Tetanus in Horses

Tetanus is an uncommon, life-threatening disease in horses caused by a toxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium tetani. Tetanus causes contraction of muscles, resulting in symptoms such as mild colic, a stiff/spastic gait, lameness, rigid body and limbs, and contraction of muscles in the face.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 23, 2023

5 min read

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Ringworm (Dermatophytosis) in Horses

Dermatophytosis is a fungal skin infection also known as ringworm. Ringworm is very contagious and is transmitted by contact with infected horses or contaminated materials and surfaces.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 23, 2023

6 min read

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Rhodococcal Pneumonia in Horses

Rhodococcal pneumonia is an infection of the lungs in horses. It is caused by the bacteria Rhodococcus equi, which is found in soil. Rhodococcal pneumonia is the most common cause of pneumonia in foals.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 20, 2023

4 min read

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Gastric Ulcers (ESGUS and EGGUS) in Horses

Gastric ulcers are sores inside the lining of the stomach. In horses, two types of gastric ulcers have been identified: upper and lower. Ulcers found in the upper area of the stomach are often caused by intense performance demands or stress.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 19, 2023

6 min read

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Moon Blindness (Equine Recurrent Uveitis) in Horses

Equine Recurrent Uveitis (ERU), or moon blindness, is an uncommon condition affecting horses, characterized by inflammation within the eye that occurs repeatedly. ERU cycles through periods where it is active, aggressive, and painful, as well as mild phases which often show no symptoms.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 16, 2023

4 min read

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Tooth Root Abscesses in Horses

Tooth root abscesses are infections occurring at the base of the tooth, known as the root in horses. Infections in this area often affect the surrounding bone, ligaments, and in the case of upper teeth, the sinuses can become infected.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 2, 2023

5 min read

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Influenza in Horses

Equine influenza is a highly contagious viral disease that can spread quickly among young, at-risk, and unvaccinated horses. Symptoms of equine influenza include fever, nasal discharge, lethargy, enlarged lymph nodes, and cough.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Feb 9, 2023

4 min read

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