Lung Bleeding (EIPH) in Horses – It’s Not Only Racehorses!

Lung Bleeding (EIPH) in Horses

Exercise physiologist Dr David Marlin explains Exercise-Induced Pulmonary Haemorrhage (EIPH) Mention “bleeders” or exercise-induced pulmonary haemorrhage and most people will immediately think of racehorses. Some may possibly think of polo ponies or eventers competing at the highest level. However, it may come as a surprise to learn that even horses undertaking a strenuous trot may break some blood vessels …