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==Description==
==Description==
A group of diseases affecting the epidermis caused by [[Dermatophilus congolensis|dermatophilus congolensis]] . Causes a range of conditions in large animals including rain scald in horses and strawberry foot rot in sheep. Lesions typically involve exudative dermatitis with scab formation. A zoonosis affecting humans in close contact with infected animals.
A group of diseases affecting the epidermis caused by [[Dermatophilus congolensis|dermatophilus congolensis]] . Causes a range of conditions in large animals including rain scald in horses and strawberry foot rot in sheep. Lesions typically involve exudative dermatitis with scab formation. A zoonosis affecting humans in close contact with infected animals.
==Treatment==
==Treatment==
Bring affected animals into a dry environment.
Disinfect tack and any other equipment to avoid further infection. Topical antibacteriols can be used and also systemic antibiotics if secondary infection is present. Educate owners about the condition and warn that reoccurence may occur in wet weather.
For farm animals
Bring affected animals into a dry environment. Investigate any underlying problems which may predispose to the infection.
Antibiotics can be given intramuscularly.
==Prognosis==
==Prognosis==
==References==
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