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diet. In some cases it is advisable to clip the hair all off short 

 so as to be able to apply the external applications more easily 

 and more effectually. Wash all affected parts thoroughly every 

 morning with cold water and carbolic soap. After washing, dry 

 off the skin and apply the following ointment: 



Oxide of zinc 1 ounce. 



Oil of tar 1 ounce. 



Flour of sulphur 1 ounce. 



Vaseline 4 ounces. 



Mix. 



Give internally 5 drops of Fowler's solution of arsenic morn- 

 ing and evening. The following may also be tried: 



Creolin 1 ounce. 



Water 4 ounces. 



Mix, and apply every morning after washing. 



Some cases of eczema will be found very difficult to cure, but 

 patience and continued treatment will be rewarded with success. 



MANGE-^ITCH. 



Mange is a contagious disease of the skin, due to the presence 

 of insects which burrow into the skin and cause irritation, and 

 in some cases severe inflammation of the skin. 



Causes. The disease is caused by the mange insect, which 

 gains entrance into the skin, multiplies rapidly, and spreads 

 over various parts of the body. Although the insects (mites) 

 must be present to produce the disease, filth and unclean beds, 

 kennels, etc., are important factors in causing the disease. One 



