LUMPS AND BUMPS: SARCOIDS

What they are: Sarcoids are unfortunately very common, being the most common skin tumour affecting horses. Sarcoids can have a varied appearance and will appear as anything ranging from a hairless area of skin to a big multi-lobed ulcerated mass. It is often difficult to identify sarcoids as they have such a variety of common appearances. Sarcoids…

BylizzieSeptember 5, 20190Comments

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LUMPS AND BUMPS: WARTS (PAPILLOMAS)

What they are: Warts are a type of tumour and are the most common growths found in horses. They are raised grey or pinkish cauliflower-like growths that are usually fairly small (usually not much bigger than the size of a pea). They can appear alone or in groups, and the most common location in which to…

BylizzieSeptember 4, 20190Comments

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LEG LOW-DOWN: SUSPENSORY LIGAMENT INJURIES

Suspensory ligament injuries may also cause the tendon sheath to swell and the joint capsule to distend, similar to the appearance created by windgalls. However, the presentation is rarely as symmetrical as that caused by windgalls. Sprain of the suspensory ligament and its branches is common. Injuries tend to occur suddenly with resultant heat and…

BylizzieAugust 6, 20190Comments

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LEG LOW-DOWN: BOWED TENDONS

A bowed tendon is strictly speaking in fact a strain of the tendon. Bowed tendons commonly occur in racehorses, but can occur in any breed in any kind of work. They are usually due to wear-and-tear injuries and initially signs may be difficult to spot. However, the earlier they can be detected the better as…

BylizzieAugust 5, 20190Comments

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ASKHQ: HOOF CRACKS

Q: How can I prevent hoof cracks? A: There are several different types of hoof crack. Sand cracks are due to hoof imbalance or trauma to the coronary band. These cracks originate at the top of the hoof wall and travel downwards. Horses experience pain with these cracks as the crack opens and closes as the…

BylizzieAugust 2, 20190Comments

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ASKHQ: LINSEED – THE FACTS

Q: Why is linseed oil the new thing to feed? Asked by Erin Booth A: Oils have been available on the equine market for years now, yet there is still some confusion over which oil to use. While there is technically no 'bad' oil, there may be some that are better options for your horse…

BylizzieMay 6, 20190Comments

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Ask HQ – Your equestrian questions answered

[dropcap]H[/dropcap]ave a question that you'd like us to answer? Email us at hq@panorama.co.za, inbox us on Facebook or Instagram, or join our 'Ask HQ' Facebook group. Question: What is the difference between therapeutic and diagnostic ultrasound? Asked by Caitlin White Answer: Diagnostic ultrasound involves the use of ultrasound waves to produce an image that will aid in the…

BylizzieJune 26, 20170Comments

LUMPS AND BUMPS: SARCOIDS

LUMPS AND BUMPS: WARTS (PAPILLOMAS)

LEG LOW-DOWN: SUSPENSORY LIGAMENT INJURIES

LEG LOW-DOWN: BOWED TENDONS

ASKHQ: HOOF CRACKS

ASKHQ: LINSEED – THE FACTS

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