Just saw a vet clinic post about gastric impactions. Horse presents ulcer symptoms but a scope showed no ulcers but a gastric impaction instead. Really interesting. Horse was ribby, had a rough coat, seemed hungry but would stand in a grassy area and not eat, was girthy and didn't want to eat his carrot treats that he normally loves. I just thought this was interesting because some of you have said you have treated your horse for ulcers but it doesn't seem to last. They treated this with Diet Coke and water via tubing over 4 hour period (for this horse). The Diet Coke dissolves the impaction. Just food for thought when you have a tough case. 

i wouldn't say that it's the top of priority like teeth floating and vaccines. I would scope for ulcers if your horse has any symptoms and you feel that something is off. What you explained woulf be a horse that I would've scoped from the start. 

That is what I meant. If you suspect ulcers it's a good idea to scope so you don't waste a bunch of money and also so your gets relief as soon as possible. 

My bad! Thought you were asking a question! Other than my mistake, yes, this is a very good point.