How do you get rid of fungal infection in horses?

In horses, surgery to expose and remove fungal material has been used to treat guttural pouch mycosis. Topical and oral antifungal agents have been reported to be effective in cases of Aspergillus infection. The outlook is guarded; horses may survive but not recover completely, particularly if the nerves are damaged.

What is the best treatment for skin fungus?

Treatment usually involves antifungal medications that you put on your skin. You might use an over-the-counter cream such as: Clotrimazole (Lotrimin, Mycelex) Miconazole (Micatin, Monistat-Derm)

What kills fungal skin infections?

Antifungal medications work to treat fungal infections. They can either kill fungi directly or prevent them from growing and thriving. Antifungal drugs are available as OTC treatments or prescription medications, and come in a variety of forms, including: creams or ointments.

What does a fungal infection look like on a horse?

Infections in horses are most commonly restricted to the skin and the tissues just inside the skin. There may be large, circular nodules or areas of swelling that can become open, draining sores. These lesions are usually on the lower legs, abdomen, and chest but may occur anywhere on the body.

How do you treat fungus in horses hooves?

These infections can be treated easily with topical products containing tea tree oil, eucalyptus oil, pine tar, or Venice turpentine, Wildenstein said. He advised farriers to apply a hoof dressing after shoeing, because nail holes are common locations for fungal infections.

Which cream is best for skin fungal infection?

Ketoconazole (Topical) — a cream primarily used to treat fungal skin infections all over the body (including yeast infections and tinea versicolor); also available as an over-the-counter shampoo to reduce flaking, itching, dandruff, etc.

How do horses get fungal infections?

Fungi are primitive plants that reproduce by sending out spores in moist environments. They love warm, humid areas and wet seasons. Ringworm in horses is very easily transmitted among animals by sharing equipment such as tack, brushes or blankets. Often the lesions will be found in the saddle or girth area.

Is horse fungus contagious?

Horse ringworm is highly contagious. The longer your horse suffers from this troublesome fungus, the more likely it is they will spread the infection to other horses, the surrounding environment, and even you.