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fistulous withers

fistulous withers noun: inflammation of the serous bursa of withers in horses which bursts outside, creating a fistula.

fistulous withers: inflammation of the serous bursa of withers in horses which bursts outside, creating a fistula
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Noun

fistulous withers sg or pl

  1. (plural, singular) Inflammation of the serous bursa of withers in horses which bursts outside, creating a fistula.
    • It is now generally believed that fistulous withers are the result of a germ, probably picked up from the grass, although at one time they were thought to be caused by saddle or roller pressure.1962, Catherine Harris, “Ailments”, in Practical Pony Keeping, London; Glasgow: Blackie, →OCLC, part 2 (Care of Your Pony), page 100
    • The sooner fistulous withers is treated, the more likely that a cure is effected.1997, Tony Pavord, Marcy Pavord, “Fistulous Withers”, in The Complete Equine Veterinary Manual: A Comprehensive and Instant Guide to Equine Health, Newton Abbot, Devon: David & Charles, published...

Questions about fistulous withers

What does fistulous withers mean?
Fistulous withers means inflammation of the serous bursa of withers in horses which bursts outside, creating a fistula.
What part of speech is fistulous withers?
Fistulous withers is a noun.

Words near fistulous withers in the dictionary

  1. fistuloside
  2. fistulosin
  3. fistulotomies
  4. fistulotomy
  5. fistulous
  6. fistulous withers
  7. fistulæ
  8. fistwise
  9. fisty
  10. fit
  11. fit and finish

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