Recognize The Signs And Treatment OF EPM In Horses

EPM is a complex neurological disorder of horses that is, unfortunately, becoming more commonplace. 

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What Is EPM In Horses?

Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis (EPM) is a neurological disease of horses, caused by the protozoal parasite Sarcocystis neurona. 

What Is EPM In Horses?

The opossum sheds infected sporocysts, which the horse then consumes when grazing or eating contaminated feed, or drinking contaminated water.

What Are The Signs OF EPM In Horses?

- Incoordination, stiffness, lameness, or an abnormal gait - Weakness, particularly when going up or down inclines

What Are The Signs OF EPM In Horses?

- Muscle loss over the topline and hind quarters - Paralysis of facial muscles, causing drooping of the ears, eyes, or lips

What Is The Treatment For EPM In Horses?

The tests include routine blood analysis, as well as collecting a sample of cerebrospinal fluid from the spinal cord.

What Is The Treatment For EPM In Horses?

Around two-thirds of horses with EPM make a full recovery with rapid and aggressive treatment. 

The signs of EPM in horses are not normally symmetrical, and one side of the body is normally more affected than the other. 

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