120 PRIVATE PRESCRIPTIONS 
Scratches. 
This is a condition in which chaps and cracks present 
themselves around the heels and in the hollow of the 
pastern. 
Cause—Snow, slush, ice aud mud are the principle 
causes. 
HOW TO KNOW IT. 
Cracks and chaps extend in all directions around the 
heels and up the legs. The skin in the hollow of the pas- 
tern is swollen, very painful, and it is hot to the touch. 
WHAT TO DO. 
Wash the legs in warm water, removing all mud and 
dirt, dry them carefully and use the following: 
PRESCRIPTION. 
Vaseline. 5 44: 6 ea ee es 
Alum (Powdered)... .. . .-2 drachime 
Mix thoroughly and apply twice per day. 
Grease Heel. 
This is an inflammation of the deeper layers cf the skin 
of the heel and resembles scrathes very much. 
Cause—Neglected scratches and a generally bad condi- 
tion of the blood. 
How TO KNOw IT. 
There is an offensive, greasy matter oozing from the 
pores of the legs, these being swollen to the knees. If 
neglected proud flesh puts in its appearance through the 
openings made by the pus, and if neglected farther, swell- 
ing can never be reduced. 
