Endocrinopathic Laminitis: An Incomplete Picture
Alexandra Beckstett
January 4, 2012
Laminitis stemming from equine metabolic syndrome, Cushing’s, and other hormonal conditions is common.
Horse-health-problem risk factors, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment
Laminitis stemming from equine metabolic syndrome, Cushing’s, and other hormonal conditions is common.
The respiratory system can be a major cause of poor performance or premature retirement from competition.
The University of Calgary assistant professor wrote two papers presented in the Kester News Hour.
Topics covered included pleuropneumonia, equine multinodular pulmonary fibrosis, and lower airway inflammation
There are more than 100 possible causes for dysphagia–the inability to swallow–in horses.
Testing options include a comprehensive coat color package and a comprehensive disease diagnostic package.
Atypical myopathy–a sudden onset of acute muscle pain and damage–is related to pasture rather than exercise.
An in-depth discussion of the protozoan parasite S. neurona and EPM, which it causes.
France and Great Britain each logged 34 cases in 2011, while just four cases were diagnosed in North America.
Though there are many causes of runny noses in horses, one-sided nasal discharge is often caused by sinusitis.
“Cushing’s Disease and Equine Metabolic Syndrome” was presented by three authorities on the topics.
Three veterinarians discuss the challenges of properly diagnosing and treating/managing horses afflicted with equine Cushing’s disease, equine metabolic syndrome, and associated laminitis.
Horses need more feed to replace energy loss brought about by harsh conditions as the temperature turn colder.
Topics discussed clinical signs, treatment options, diagnostic tests, and vaccination against Lyme disease.
While some equine heart problems can be life- or career-threatening others typically don’t impact performance.
Bernard is examining interactions between the body, the West Nile virus, and even the mosquito saliva.
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