2023年10月16日 · Rain rot is a common condition during rainy seasons and can be of concern for many horse owners. While typically easily treated, rain rot can be a serious issue and should be addressed immediately by the horse owner to prevent spread or worsening.

A veterinarian explains how to prevent and treat rain rot, a common equine bacterial skin disease.

Lameness and loss of performance may occur in horses that are severely affected around the pasterns. The infection is caused by a species of actinomycete, Dermatophilus congolensis, a microorganism that resembles bacteria and fungi.

2020年5月20日 · Rain rot, also known as rain scald, is a severe skin infection that causes scabs and lesions on a horse’s skin. Typically rain rot is found on the body of the horse, though it can spread all over the skin’s surface.

2014年1月29日 · “Rain rot or rain scald (also known as dermatophilosis) is caused by bacterial infection, and it often is mistaken for a fungal disease,” Swinker says. “The bacteria live in the outer layer...

2022年4月4日 · Rain rot is caused by Dermatophilus spp., bacteria that normally live without consequence in the equine coat. However, a rain followed by slow-drying, humid conditions enables the organism to multiply, which irritates the hair follicles and skin of afflicted horses.

2024年8月8日 · Rain rot is a very common skin infection for horses. It’s not very painful or irritating for your horse and it’s not life-threatening. However, secondary bacterial infection is a very real possibility, which can lead to worsening health concerns such as strep or staph.

2023年8月9日 · Rain rot is a common and bothersome skin condition that can affect horses, especially during wet and humid weather conditions. However, with proper understanding, timely intervention, and preventive measures, you can effectively manage and minimize the risk of rain rot in your equine companion.

Rain scald (also known as dermatophilosis, tufailosis, rain rot or streptothricosis [1]) is a dermatological disease affecting cattle and horses. Once in the skin, the bacterium Dermatophilus congolensis causes inflammation of the skin as well as the appearance of scabs and lesions.

2023年2月10日 · Rain rot (also known as rain scald) is an inflammatory skin infection that can occur in horses due to excessive rainfall, usually characterized by lesions, bumps, or scabs. The scientific name for rain rot is dermatophilus, which manifests from a particularly moisture-loving bacteria called dermatophilus congolensis. 1.