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My horse is losing her mane hair, and this doesn't appear to be the result of rubbing. The bare skin on her mane has specks of a brown flaky substance. The hair appears to be almost falling out, and the hair doesn't seem to be growing back. Could this be the result of a parasite?

Last Updated: May 23, 2008

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Hair loss in horses can be caused by numerous environmental or infectious factors. There is a good general article from the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) Web site that addresses some of these factors at: www.xcodesign.com/aaep/displayArticles.cfm?ID=159, written by Dr. Susan White.

This type of article can give you some ideas about what you might be dealing with but cannot replace an on-site diagnosis from your veterinarian.

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