356 MODERN FARRIER. 



In all cases where sutures are used, it will be proper 

 to apply a sticking plaster over the edges of the 

 wound. 



But this mode of treatment can be proper only in 

 such superficial wounds where a flap of the skin is 

 separated ; and, in this case, great care must be 

 taken not to apply any stimulating fluid, as Clater 

 advises. Should there be any dirt or other matter 

 about the wound, it will be sufficient to wash it off 

 with warm water. 



When the wound is considerable, and some im.- 

 portant parts have been injured, the irritating treat- 

 ment commonly adopted by farriers often destroys^ 

 the animal; and, in shghter wounds, their stinnilat- 

 ing application tend rather to retard, than promote 

 recovery. In deep and extensive wounds, affecting 

 important parts, every method must be employed, 

 as early as possible, to prevent a fatal inflammation 

 from taking place. Bleeding is the first remedy ; 

 and, immediately after, let a purgative or laxative 

 drink be given, and foment the part with a decoc- 

 tion of mallows, elder, or hemlock, until the inflam- 

 mation has subsided. 



When the inflammation occasioned by the wound 

 has been thus removed, it will be proper to examine 

 it with a probe, to ascertain whether any matter be 

 confined or not ; as, in that case, it may be necessary 

 to enlarge the original wound, to give it vent, or 

 make an opening in another more depending situa- 

 tion, that it may run off* freely. Some stimulating 

 application may also be proper at this period, such 

 as a solution of blue vitriol ; or, 



Tincture of myrrh, - _ 2 ounces. 

 Sublimate, - - - 12 grains. 



Mix. 



One part of oil of turpentine to two parts of sweet 

 oil form a good digestive, as it is termed. And, if 

 an ointment is preferred, take. 



