A PSA to horse owners,
In the last week there have been two confirmed cases of EHM in eastern washington state with possible exposure of numerous horses. What is EHM?
EHM Stands for Equine Herpes Myeloencephalopathy/myelitis, a neurological disease in horses caused by the Equine herpesvirus (EHV). EHM occurs when the EHV-1 virus damages the blood vessels in the brain and spinal cord, which can lead to tissue damage and loss of normal function in those areas. It has also been known to cause abortion in breeding mares as well as weak, nonviable foals.
Symptoms: EHM typically begins 8-12 days after a fever, and symptoms include incoordination, urine dribbling, weakness, reduced tail tone, and inability to stand.
EHV is highly contagious and can be transmitted to other horses on skin, clothing, boots and through any sort of contact with nasal secretions. Humans can act as fomites.
For any of our horse owners who are traveling, showing and or potentially hauling their horses to new environments we want to make you aware, and encourage you to take precaution with your travels. Please be sure your horses are vaccinated against EHV-1 and EHV-4, and that you are taking extra care if and when you are hauling out.
Is there a treatment?
The treatment is mostly supportive, and nursing care. While there has been a new drug introduced to us that claims to stop the disease and clear any symptoms, there is no Clinical evidence or studies to indicate that this product can and will treat EHM.
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