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What are common clinical signs of Parascaris equorum infection in horses?

Cough, nasal discharge, diarrhea in neonates, poor coat, ill thrift, and colic in large numbers.

Where are roundworms typically located in horses?

Small intestine (SI).

What is the recommended treatment for roundworms in horses?

Pyrantel and Fenbendazole; they are resistant to ivermectin.

What are the clinical signs associated with large strongyles?

Diarrhea in neonates, SIRS, PLE, ill thrift, damage to blood vessel walls causing hemorrhage, and anemia.

Where do large strongyles reside in horses?

Large intestine (LI).

How is large strongyle infection diagnosed?

Faecal float for adult eggs.

What treatments are effective against large strongyles?

Benzimidazoles and Ivermectin.

What is Cyathostomiasis?

Infection caused by small strongyles, presenting acute/chronic diarrhea in adult horses and colic signs.

Where are small strongyles located in horses?

Large intestine (LI).

How can small strongyle infection be diagnosed?

History and clinical signs, and larvae in feces.

What is the treatment for small strongyles?

Moxidectin; prevention with pyrantel.

What are the clinical signs of Anaplocephala magna and Anaplocephala perfoliata infections?

Ill thrift and colic signs.

Where do tapeworms reside in horses?

Small intestine (SI).

What is the treatment for tapeworm in horses?

Praziquantel and 2x dose of Pyrantel.

What are the clinical signs of Oxyuris equi infection?

Pruritic perineal region.

How is pinworm infection diagnosed in horses?

Using acetate strip and microscopy.