My horse has summer eczema, what now?
In most horses, it is possible to control summer eczema. However, this all has to do with timing and perseverance. If you ensure that the first mosquito bite is prevented, you are already well on your way. You can do this by starting to put on the summer eczema blanket as early as March and making your horse unattractive to these mosquitoes by, for example, giving a supplement based on herbs and essential oils. Be consistent and keep a close eye on your horse. In this blog, you can read more about the timing of summer eczema in horses.
Sweet itch
15 April '22 • 2 min reading time
Do supplements also work for horses that are already rubbing due to summer eczema?
The answer to this question applies to all summer eczema products; it will not completely eliminate the summer eczema, but it will alleviate the sharp edges. If a horse is already rubbing intensely and clearly has itching, it is almost impossible to stop this. Experience shows that an herbal supplement based on fenugreek, sepiolite, echinacea, astragalus, uncaria, gentiana, thyme, citronellal, and citronellol provides relief for many horses with summer eczema. It is also important that your horse's health is good to achieve the best effect. The herbs are excreted through the skin, and for that, the metabolism and circulation need to be in good order.
Connection Immune System (Waste Substances)
A horse that cannot properly eliminate its waste substances, or has a lot of accumulated waste, may also have difficulty processing the substances in the saliva of the culicoides midge. Therefore, it is wise to detoxify your horse before the summer eczema season (cleaning of waste substances). This makes your horse more resilient to the saliva of the midges. Additionally, internal products will work better as well. A detox is best given in the spring and autumn (before and after the summer eczema season). There are various detox products on the market, all with different names. A detox stimulates the functioning of the liver and kidneys. Hence, some supplements are called 'detox' or 'drainage'. Detox is also referred to as detoxifying, draining, cleansing, and de-sludging. Essentially, it comes down to products that optimize the functioning of the liver and kidneys.
Total Approach
There is no single miracle cure for summer eczema; it is about a total approach in which all measures work together. Below is an overview of the total approach, both external and internal. Take as many measures as possible to keep summer eczema under control: Place an eczema blanket on before the temperature exceeds 10℃ (even under a rain blanket). Give your horse enough exercise. Keep your horse in the stable during twilight. Prevent stress. Treat any wounds with a soothing lotion. Use a fly mask. Provide a detox before and after the season. Support the immune system with cannabinoids from cloves. Optimize gut flora with a digestive supplement. Start early with an internal herbal supplement. Limit sugars and starches in the diet (no grains and no packaged hay). Ensure your horse is at a healthy weight.
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