TUESDAY TRIVIA ANSWER

This is an example of a cancer called squamous cell carcinoma [SCC].  We will see this in white areas (areas where there is no pigment) around the eyes, nose, and on the penis of male horses.  Prevention is key in horses with predisposing white areas; there are even special fly masks available that block UV rays (a predisposing cause of SCC).  Having questionable areas checked out by your veterinarian is also a good idea as most SCC growths are easier to treat when they are diagnosed early.  

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TUESDAY TRIVIA

Continuing on the topic of skin tumors/cancer, here's your question for today!

What's your diagnosis for the growth around this horse's eye?

The answer will be posted later today, Good Luck!

Tuesday Trivia Answer

While grey horses can certainly develop any skin tumor, the one most commonly found is a melanoma.  Melanomas develop from the cells that produce pigment (melanocytes), which results in dark pigmented masses with the skin.  The most common place for these tumors to develop is  the base of the tail and the perineum, however they can also be found on the lips, eyelids, throat latch, and prepuce.  You can also see them as indistinct raised patches anywhere on the body.  These tumors are most often benign (don't spread to other areas) but will continue to grow over time.  The masses that form in the perineum can be especially problematic if they become too large as they can block the passage of the manure.

        

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Tuesday Trivia

It's January!  This month's topic for our trivia questions will be skin tumors.  We thought this would be a helpful topic for late winter because it's a good time to get those lumps and bumps looked at and taken care of before the fly season begins in the spring.

So here's your first question of the month:

What type of skin tumor are grey horses most prone to?

The answer will be posted at the end of the day, Good Luck!

Happy New Year!!!!

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

We want wish everyone a happy and healthy 2015!

Just a reminder, the clinic will be closed Dec. 31st - Jan. 2nd.  

We can be reached for emergencies by calling 918-827-7300.

We will resume normal business hours on Jan. 5th.

Tuesday Trivia Answer

Pergolide mesylate, marketed under the brand-name Prascend, is the only labeled treatment available for horses diagnosed with PPID.  Pergolide acts like the neurotransmitter Dopamine, which we've learned is deficient in horses suffering from PPID.  While this is not a cure, treating your horse with Prascend can alleviate the clinical signs associated with PPID and help your horse live a longer and more comfortable life.

   

Thanks to everyone who participated, make sure to check back tomorrow to see if you're the winner!

Tuesday Trivia!

It's the last Tuesday in December (and in 2014!) so it's time to give away another awesome prize!

This month we've been learning about endocrine diseases and how we diagnose them.  Today's question focuses on what comes next, the treatment.  All correct answers will be entered into a drawing for a FREE PPID Test [Resting ACTH] which is valued at ~$150.  We want to thank our friends at Boehringer Ingelheim for donating our prize this month!

So here's the question:

How do we treat PPID?

Answers can be posted on the blog or our Facebook page (only 1 entry per person).  We will accept answers until 6pm today at which time the answer will be posted.  The winner will be announced tomorrow afternoon so be sure to check back and see if you won.  Good Luck!