Honestly, look at the area it joins to the trunk, there will be differences in texture of the bark because of tension and compression forces but they are normal. Deep cracks into wood isn't normal
But relieve the weight, and a large percentage of issues are mitigated, even tearouts
If there are...
Is it showing signs of decline or immenent failure? Splits cracks, lots of fresh reaction wood?
If not, end weight reduction, retain the limb. Avoid a massive wound at the trunk
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