128 SHEEP DISEASES. 



3. Eczema. 



This condition may arise from insect stings, 

 cockle-burrs, rain storms followed by rain rot, or 

 too strong dips. 



Five classes of eczema are recognized, although 

 in practical work, everything not scab is com- 

 monly called eczema. 



Chronic squamous eczema is a disease of para- 

 sitic origin usually, such as liver fluke or lung 

 worms. It may also be due to lack of proper care. 



Greasy heels, resulting from muddy or damp 

 ranges or pens. 



Fat scab, due to dampness, often called "rain- 

 rot." 



Solar eczema, due to irritations from the rays 

 of the sun immediately after shearing. 



Intertrigo or erythema of the claws and inter- 

 digital space due to friction by sand or the like 

 getting into the parts. 



Treatment: Removal of the exciting causes, 

 and the feeding of light, nourishing foods. 



4. Rash. 



"Buckwheat rash," as it is called, occurs in 

 warm weather in sections of the country where 

 this grain is extensively raised. 



5. Acne. 



Known as "summer scab." Closely associated 

 with eczema. 



