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Equine Cancer and Tumors

Cancer and tumors in horses can manifest as various types, including sarcoids, melanomas, and lymphomas, among others, affecting different parts of the body.

Treatment typically involves surgical removal, chemotherapy, or radiation therapy, depending on the type and location of the tumor, with prognosis varying widely based on factors such as size, invasiveness, and metastasis.

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Equine melanoma is a common skin tumor in horses, characterized by the growth of pigmented masses that typically develop in the skin and sometimes in other organs, often affecting older gray horses.
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Equine Melanoma

Equine Melanoma Seek veterinary advice if you suspect this disease. Melanomas are cancerous growths most commonly associated with mature grey