Mare Thyroid Condition Might be Linked to Foal Deaths
Erica Larson
April 8, 2016
The rare condition–primary hypothyroidism–in mares could be behind a potentially deadly foal problem called CHDS.
The rare condition–primary hypothyroidism–in mares could be behind a potentially deadly foal problem called CHDS.
What is the difference between these three potentially confusing conditions?
A foal’s thyroid sets it apart from many other youngsters–the sky-high levels of hormone it secretes allow the foal to be darting around the stall within hours of birth, rather than it remaining immobile and nursing with its eyes shut for weeks
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