Mud Fever is a bacterial inflammation that manifests itself in the form of irritated or reddish skin, then in the form of scabs and cracks on the pasterns.
"Mud Fever", also called dermatophilosis, is a crusted, slightly itchy (non-itchy) skin disease common in horses.
The bacteria responsible is Dermatophilus congolensis, which develops in the epidermis and in hair follicles.
Through the production of spores (a form of resistance), the bacteria has an infectious power that can persist for several years (up to two years in the external environment) and in particular in scabs.
Humidity, mud and dirt are the main triggers of mud fever.
This inflammation is not dangerous for the horse, but the scabs can bother it, even leading to lameness if it is not treated in time.
Horses with sensitive and light skin are more prone to this pathology.
To avoid mud fever problems, it is recommended to maintain environmental hygiene as best as possible, to dry the limbs after showering, especially in cold and humid weather and not to cut the fetlocks which serve as a natural gutter.
Our THERMEQUIN Dead Sea product range offers a solution for the prevention and treatment of Mud Fever.
First of all, the SENSITIVE shampoo or the TERRE & MINERAUX which also has an exfoliating action thanks to the Dead Sea mud it contains.
These nourishing shampoos help to clean the limbs while soothing the feeling of tightness and discomfort.
They help to nourish and moisturize the skin, while softening the scabs, which will fall off naturally, leaving room for healthy skin.
Then, it's time for our restorative and purifying treatment. The THERMEQUIN cream.
The synergy of THERMEQUIN cream
The exclusive approach of THERMEQUIN cream lies essentially in the blend combining avocado oil, Aloe Vera, Dead Sea therapeutic salts, comfrey and propolis. Avocado Oil provides vitamins A, C, D, E combined with its high concentration of essential proteins. Aloe Vera provides 70 essential elements to the body and skin including vitamin B12, minerals, enzymes, proteins and amino acids. Propolis well known for its beneficial health properties acts as an antibacterial agent to accelerate the healing of damaged skin. Calendula helps promote the repair of damaged tissues and optimized healing. The mineral salts of the Dead Sea, rich in Magnesium which regulates cell regeneration, Bromine which calms and regulates skin problems, Chloride which helps balance minerals in the body, Calcium which strengthens the texture of the skin and relieves pain, Potassium which gives energy to new skin cells.How to use:
- Clean the affected limbs with THERMEQUIN SENSITIVE OR TERRE & MINERALS.
- Dry thoroughly with a clean towel.
- Apply THERMEQUIN cream by gently massaging the scabs. Do not try to remove them. Come back the next day and repeat, clean, dry and massage with the cream. The scabs will come off without bleeding, leaving healthier and more supple skin.
- Repeat until improvement.