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Equine recurrent uveitis (ERU) – also known as moon blindness, recurrent iridocyclitis, or periodic ophthalmia [1] – is an acute, nongranulomatous inflammation of the uveal tract of the eye, occurring commonly in horses of all breeds, worldwide. The causative factor is not known, but several pathogeneses have been suggested.
This is an accepted version of this page This is the latest accepted revision, reviewed on 18 January 2025. It has been suggested that Nez Perce Horse be merged into this article. (Discuss) Proposed since January 2025. American horse breed noted for spotted color pattern For other uses, see Appaloosa (disambiguation). Appaloosa Appaloosa horse Country of origin United States Traits ...
Uveitis is estimated to be responsible for approximately 10%-20% of the blindness in the United States. [36] For non-infectious uveitis, women are more likely (57%) to be affected than men, possibly due to their higher prevalence of related autoimmune diseases. [37] Vitamin D deficiency and smoking are risk factors for non-infectious uveitis. [37]
Equine recurrent uveitis (ERU) is the most common disease associated with Leptospira infection in horses in North America and may lead to blindness. [ 70 ] [ 71 ] ERU is an autoimmune disease involving antibodies against Leptospira proteins LruA and LruB cross-reacting with eye proteins. [ 70 ]
Uveitis includes recurrent uveitis and periodic ophthalmia ("moon blindness"). Spontaneous equine recurrent uveitis (ERU) occurs in 10-15% of the equine population, with the Appaloosa breed having an eightfold higher risk than the general horse population. [23] Habronema; Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
A white horse with dark spots that flow out over the entire body. [11] Few Spot Leopard: A mostly white horse with a bit of color remaining around the flank, neck and head. [11] Snowflake: A horse with white spots, flecks, on a dark body. Typically the white spots increase in number and size as the horse ages. [11] Appaloosa Roan, Varnish roan ...
While most people typically carry about 10 to 15% visceral fat, having more than that can significantly increase the risk of chronic health conditions like heart disease, diabetes and even cancer.
Chronic superficial keratitis - AKA pannus, disease in dogs. Collie eye anomaly; Corneal dystrophy - Disease in dogs, missing info on cats and horses. Corneal ulcers in animals - Disease in dogs and cats, missing other species. Distichia - Disease in dogs. Stub. Also covers ectopic cilia; Ectopia lentis - Disease in dogs and cats. Equine ...