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The two main types of ulcers in horses are gastric ulcers and ulcers of the hindgut.

In simple terms, Equine gastric ulcers are lesions that develop in the stomach lining. It is estimated that 90% of horses will experience gastric ulcers during their lifetime.

While hindgut ulcer is a depression of the lining of the colon also referred to as a colonic ulcer. Up to 60% of horses are known to be affected by hindgut ulcers, with performance horses having a higher percentage of colonic ulceration.

Treatment

Omeprazole is a medication that is used to treat gastric ulcers. It is not effective in treating hindgut ulcers. Sucralfate is a medication that is used to treat the hindgut.

Learn more about the types of ulcer and the treatment!

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