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A Galling
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I have been putting Green Oils healing gel on every day but, although it has helped, the areas are still bare.Recently a horsefly bit my mare right on top of one of these bare patches, causing a large selling. I stopped riding her for a week to allow the lump to go down but when I brought her back into work the skin came off, leaving a red, sore lump. How can I help this lump to heal? . A.Such large bites can cause real problems, especially on the girth area, but natural creams are available that help heal and soothe sore spots. The main properties of these creams are that they provide some antiseptic action to stop any infection, along with a calming action that aids the natural healing process. The most simple
of plants in such creams is calendula (marigold) which combines
well with nettle and St. John's wort. I like to use a more complicated
and powerful formula which contains eucalyptus
and cedar. You will have to stop riding your horse until
the swelling completely goes down and, in future, whenever you get
such a bite try putting some calendula tincture on it straight away,
and the swelling should go down much more quickly. If in doubt ring for advice. We're here to help. Free
veterinary advice helpline: 01243 773363 (UK)
All numbers available 9am - 5.30pm UK time.
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