Identifying Gastric Ulcers

Research suggests that πŸ”πŸŽ-πŸ•πŸŽ% 𝐨𝐟 𝐑𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐬 struggle with gastric ulcers. Left untreated, ulcers can lead to chronic discomfort, poor performance and long-term digestive issues.

π†πšπ¬π­π«π¨π¬πœπ¨π©π² 𝐞𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐑𝐞 𝐠𝐨π₯𝐝 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐝 for diagnosing equine gastric ulcers. In an ulcer clinic, we scoped 12 horses, and 10 were diagnosed with ulcers. These horses came from a variety of backgrounds including retired racehorses, performance horses and even pasture petsβ€”proving that ulcers can affect any horse, regardless of breed or discipline.

π–πšπ­πœπ‘ 𝐟𝐨𝐫 π“π‘πžπ¬πž 𝐒𝐒𝐠𝐧𝐬:
⚠️ Unexplained weight loss
⚠️ Irritability, attitude changes, or resistance under saddle
⚠️ Poor performance or reluctance to move forward
⚠️ Girth sensitivityβ€”discomfort when tightening the girth

The only way to accurately diagnose gastric ulcers is through a gastroscopy exam, where we use a specialized camera to evaluate your horse’s stomach lining. Early detection leads to faster recovery and improved quality of life.

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