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Atypical Myopathy (Sycamore Poisoning) in the Horse

Atypical Myopathy (Sycamore Poisoning) in the Horse You may have recently heard about the sad felling of the tree at Sycamore Gap.  While sycamores are really beautiful trees they unfortunately can cause severe disease in horses. Atypical myopathy, also known as sycamore poisoning, is a severe disease that affects horses.  The disease is caused by ingestion of sycamore seeds, leaves…