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Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis Flashcards

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EPM is caused by

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sarcocystis neurona

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the definitive host for this parasite is

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the opposum

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clinical signs of EPM include

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asymmetric ataxia, weakness, muscle atrophy, incoordination,

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a horse presnts for asymmetric ataxia and you presumptively diagnose EPM. how will you treat?

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TMS and pyrimethamine is first choice

Ponazuril
Nitazoxinade

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