Hives in horses (Urticaria) is a rash resulting from hypersensitivity and results in multiple small lumps appearing on the skin; usually the neck, followed by the face, the chest, and the upper front legs.
Hives in horses may be immunological, caused by;
- A virus
- Bacteria
- Insect bites
- Food
- Pollens
- Vaccines
Non immunological hives in horses are caused by;
- Heat
- Cold
- Exercise
- Stress
- Sunlight
- Pressure from something in direct contact skin.
Can Equissage help with Hives in horses (Urticaria)?
It will depend really on what the trigger is as to whether Equissage can help.
As hives is an allergic reaction, then it can vary in severity quite considerably – from very small “spots” to extremely large wheals – depending on the hypersensitivity trigger. Rapid as its onset is, it also usually clears very quickly of its own accord although veterinary treatment usually involves antihistamine drugs.
If for example the hives is caused by heat or pressure then using Equissage is not going to help. But if it is caused, for example, by bacteria or food, then using Equissage can help as it will help to more rapidly expel the offending “material” from the system, thus removing the trigger to the reaction.
It is really a case of common sense to determine the effectiveness of Equissage. But one thing that is an absolute certainty – by using Equissage for an hives-related condition, no harm can be done. However, by keeping the immune system healthy and working efficiently the likelihood of allergic reactions is reduced.
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Application
For hives in horses, use the Pad for the standard 20 minute treatment time on a setting anywhere between No.2 up to No.4/5. Resist the temptation to go higher so that the increase in body temperature does not cause irritation to the skin.
