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Mare Producing "Milk"

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It never ends lately, it seems. Minnie is producing a cloudy fluid from both teats. She isn't reacting to me touching them or squeezing them, I don't see any huge amount of fluid retention, but while doing her leg stretches this fluid squirted out. I expressed some for a picture, below.

I've owned her for four years and have never seen this. Any cause for concern? The vet was just out the other day, but if necessary I can get her back out, again.

Posting from the barn, so hopefully I can get some peace of mind before leaving?
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Good to hear she dont have cushings, the reason I asked is that sometimes a mare that has cushings might produce the hormones to cause them to do this..
I have had a few mares over the years to produce the Witches Milk (no cushings) just something to do with hormones as they age. Its more of a clear kinda milky looking fluid.
So very odd, thank you all for confirming nothing to worry about for now! I'll keep an eye on it for any changes. I usually clean the build-up between her teats before every ride, and would've definitely noticed this before!

Next spring during our annual visit, I'll have the vet test for Cushing's just to be on the safe side.
 
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My old mare has some fluid about all the time. Last year I was rubbing her belly + further back because it makes her happy and came away with a wet hand. That was a first that it leaked out on its own but it never turned into an issue. Another mare years ago got mastitis and you will definitely know the difference.
 
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