Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Granulomatous colitis associated with small strongyle larvae in a horse.
- Journal:
- Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association
- Year:
- 1984
- Authors:
- Jasko, D J & Roth, L
- Species:
- horse
Plain-English summary
In this case, a horse was experiencing ongoing weight loss, which can be challenging to treat. The horse showed signs of intermittent diarrhea, low protein levels in the blood, higher globulin levels, and low counts of parasite eggs in its stool. The problem was identified as granulomatous colitis, which is inflammation of the colon linked to small strongyle larvae. Treatment options included medications like fenbendazole or ivermectin, which target the larvae. The outcome of the treatment was not specified, but it is important to discuss these findings with your veterinarian if your horse shows similar symptoms.
Abstract
Horses presented with chronic weight loss are difficult to manage clinically. A diagnosis of granulomatous colitis due to mucosal stages of cyathostomes (small strongyles) should be considered in those cases exhibiting weight loss, intermittent diarrhea, hypoalbuminemia, increased serum globulins, and low fecal egg counts. Treatment can be attempted with larva-cidal doses of fenbendazole or ivermectin. Clinical and necropsy findings in one such case are presented.
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