Runaway South Farm CEM Quarantine Center.
Affected mares exhibit genital inflammation and vaginal discharge.
They also may have a low fertility rate. If an affected mare does become pregnant, they pregnancy may result in the fetus being aborted by the mare. Stallions do not exhibit clinical signs of the disease. Approximately 25 countries, most being European countries, have the CEM organism in their equine population. It is best to check with your state veterinarian or the USDA prior to importing into the United States.