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Research Shows Topical Aciclovir Application Eradicates Sarcoids
Based on the anecdotally reported eradication of a sarcoid using aciclovir cream, the curative potential of this ointment was investigated in 22 sarcoid-affected horses referred to the Equine Clinic Tillysburg, Austria, between 2006 and 2009.
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Research Successful in Treatment of Equine Ocular Tumors
A research project funded by The HorseTrust has found that various types of equine ocular tumours can be successfully treated with mitomycin C, a cytotoxic antibiotic isolated from a bacterium. Mitomycin C offers a safe and cost-effective alternative to
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Researcher Uses Stem Cells to Heal Torn Cartilage
Lisa Fortier, associate professor of clinical sciences at the College of Veterinary Medicine, Cornell University, has developed a new treatment that uses the bodyâs own stem cells and growth factors to help heal torn cartilage. Fortier performs the proc
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Researchers Look for Mechanisms in Laminitis
Laminitis is a crippling disease of the equine hoof that causes intense and severe pain when horses put all of their weight on the affected leg. Despite continuing research, the exact mechanisms that lead to laminitis have not been identified.
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Researchers Seek Answers to Pulmonary Hemorrhages
Exercise-induced pulmonary hemorrhage (EIPH) describes a condition that occurs when horses bleed into their lungs during racing or any other vigorous exercise. When severe, EIPH causes horses to perform poorly and for many horses this ends their athle
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Respiratory Disease in Horses
A recent study in the Veterinary Record (Pusterla et al 2011) described a surveillance study conducted across the US, focusing on equine herpesvirus types type 1 and 4, equine influenza and Streptococcus equi (strangles).
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Roanoke Valley Horse Rescue Extends Strangles Quarantine
With the discovery of new cases of strangles at the Roanoke Valley Horse Rescue, the self-imposed quarantine has been extended for approximately another thirty days. Strangles is a bacterial caused disease that is highly contagious.
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Salt First, Then Consider Adding Electrolytes
Dr Gettyâs July Tip: Salt First, Then Consider Adding Electrolytes Make sure the âdog days of summerâ donât bite your horse this year. Even at rest, your horse sweats more during hot weather, and he needs enough sodium (salt) to stay hydrated.
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Seasonal Equine Atypical Myopathy
Equine Atypical Myopathy (EAM) is a seasonal, pasture-associated disorder of unknown etiology. The disease is characterized by a generalized degeneration of muscle fibers which can lead to sudden death due to collapse of the cardio respiratory system
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Should You Worry About Tapeworms?
Horse owners often ask about tapeworms and testing for them with a fecal egg count. Currently, there is no reliable test for tapeworms that uses the stool.