A little more about the *earlier* discussion:
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" ... In a release from the George D. Widener Hospital for Large Animals at the University of Pennsylvania's New Bolton Center, Dr. Richardson also indicated Barbaro showed a slight elevation in body temperature.
Dr. Richardson said he found the infection in the hoof near the frog, a V-shaped cushiony growth that helps absorb shock, during the surgical examination.
He is treating the infection topically and Barbaro is on systemic antibiotics, a common post-surgical practice. He also has a new protective shoe on his left hind foot, which is designed to help protect the horse from laminitis, a painful inflammation. And he is being closely monitored to make sure he is comfortable.
No one knows how much longer Barbaro will have to remain at the hospital in Kennett Square but estimates suggest he will remain there for at least two more months. ..."
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HAPPY REPORT!!! BARBARO IS FELING BETTER!
Update 176: Barbaro is a little more comfortable this morning! Just saw Michael Matz (who offered to pony me as I was stuggling to get a new horse on to the track)...Michael had already received a call from Dr. Richardson this morning giving the good report.
updated friday 7:10am