Fluconazole may be an appropriate agent for treatment of fungal infections in horses. Why is fluconazole prescribed? Fluconazole is used to treat serious fungal or yeast infections, including vaginal candidiasis, oropharyngeal candidiasis (thrush, oral thrush), esophageal candidiasis (candida esophagitis), other candida infections (including urinary tract infections, peritonitis [inflammation of the Read more…
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Treatment of placentitis is aimed at reducing the infections and inflammatory responses, while supporting the mare with care. Combining both antibiotics and medications to reduce inflammation, and administering progesterone until the birth of the foal can help overcome this condition. How do you treat placentitis in mare? They can be Read more…
Dr Westermann is very clear about when coughing does form a cause for concern: ‘If your horse is not only coughing but also stops eating, is lethargic and/or has a fever, be sure to contact your vet. How long does it take for a horse to stop coughing? Occasional Wet Read more…
Equine influenza is highly contagious and spreads rapidly among susceptible horses. Horses 1-5 years old are the most susceptible to infection. How common is equine influenza? Equine influenza is one of the most common illnesses seen by horse veterinarians in the United States. It is an airborne disease that is Read more…
There is no specific treatment for equine influenza, with many horses needing mostly supportive and nursing care. Sometimes there is a secondary bacterial infection which can need further treatment. Your horse will need a minimum of six weeks rest to recover and your vet will advise you on this. What Read more…
How does a horse get equine flu? Horses become infected following inhalation of the airborne virus from other infected horses or by indirect transmission via, for example, the stable, equipment or grooms. How do you prevent equine influenza in horses? Prevention of influenza requires hygienic management practices and vaccination. Exposure Read more…
Joint infections are a common cause of lameness in horses. Lameness is usually severe and if left untreated may be permanent. Extreme cases may require euthanasia on humane grounds. The most common causes of joint infections are puncture wounds or lacerations of the limb over or near a joint or Read more…
Transmission of Avian Influenza A Viruses Between Animals and People. Influenza A viruses are endemic (can infect and regularly transmit) in 6 animal species or groups (wild waterfowl, domestic poultry, swine, horses, dogs, and bats) in addition to humans. Can avian influenza infect other animals? Bird flu viruses have in Read more…
Equine rhinoviruses (ERVs) are picornaviruses which cause a mild respiratory infection in horses. What is the rhinovirus in horses? Rhinopneumonitis (“rhino”) in horses is roughly equivalent to the common cold in people—it is a highly contagious respiratory infection spread by virus that passes readily from horse to horse. An outbreak Read more…