Horse health symptoms

Recumbency describes a horse who is lying down, unable to rise. Recumbent horses are typically laying flat on their side, but some may be able to sit up on their chest. Recumbency may be caused by a wide variety of conditions, including injuries, degenerative diseases, inflammatory diseases, tumors, infectious diseases, toxicosis, and neurological conditions.

Eye redness is a common symptom in horses that is associated with ocular conditions.

Red or spotted gums are mottled or speckled with brown, bright pink, red, or purple spots. Emergency veterinary attention is required for horses with red or spotted gums.