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Cancer in horses
Cancer can affect horses in different ways depending on the type and location of the tumor. Symptoms can vary widely and may include changes such as weight loss, swelling, lameness, or loss of appetite. Find vet-reviewed information on symptoms and health changes that may occur in horses with cancer.
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Yellow Eyes, Gums, or Skin (Jaundice/Icterus) in Horses
Jaundice, also known as icterus, is yellowing of the skin, gums and whites of the eyes. Horses showing jaundice require prompt veterinary assessment, as causes range from not eating to liver dysfunction or excessive breakdown of red blood cells
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