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The answer depends on whether the spot or bump in question is caused by a bacterial, fungal or viral infection, an insect bite, sunburn, allergic reaction, bruise, abrasion or any number of assaults the world can throw at a horse. Equine skin conditions are often first noticed during grooming.
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13 sty 2023 · In this article, we will discuss how to identify common infections and conditions affecting your horse’s skin, as well as treatment protocols. If your horse shows signs of a skin problem, consult with your veterinarian to obtain an accurate diagnosis.
30 maj 2015 · Skin disease in horses is a common and potentially challenging clinical problem. Information pertaining to skin disease is lacking in horses when compared with that in other companion animal species. Certainly, both horse-specific and location-specific patterns are present, but these can often be confounded by other factors.
Horse Skin Diseases are commonly encountered in equine practice and frequently present diagnostic and therapeutic problems. Many conditions do not have a pathognomic clinical presentation, with diseases of different causes having a similar appearance.
30 mar 2023 · Strange lumps, itching, bald spots, redness, skin flaking, and scruffy patches are common signs of skin problems in horses. While most equine skin irritations don’t present serious health risks, persistent skin problems can lead to infections and could indicate allergies, systemic inflammation or other health concerns. [1]
There are many causes of skin inflammation, including external irritants, burns, allergens, trauma, and infection (bacterial, viral, parasitic, or fungal). Dermatitis may have many signs including any combination of itching, scaling, abnormal redness, thickening, and hair loss.
15 sty 2015 · A handy guide that covers some of the most common skin problems in horses, complete with symptoms, treatments and prevention tips.