Drooping Lip, Face or Muzzle. If this problem seems severe and has come on suddenly. If the results of the Whole Horse Exam (WHE) in the resting horse indicate fever (Temp >101F/38.3C) or heart rate greater than 48 BPM. If you consider this a chronic and relatively mild problem that is not changing rapidly.
Available in over-the-counter strength, it is usually sold as hydrocortisone. Hydrocortisone is a water-soluble, synthetic steroid sold under various names as a cream to relieve itching and minor skin irritation. It is also a primary ingredient in over-the-counter hemorrhoid medication.In prescription strength, cortisone cream may be prescribed to treat skin conditions that are unresponsive to over-the-counter products.t is also a primary ingredient in over-the-counter hemorrhoid medication. In prescription strength, cortisone cream may be prescribed to treat skin conditions that are unresponsive to over-the-counter products.
Cortisone injection, in my practice, is used for hypertrophic or keloid scarring and reduction in inflammation. These type of scars are indicative of over-stimulation of collagen. Cortisone is injected to slow collenogenesis and decrease inflammation. A decline in reddness is also noted if discoloraton has occurred. The area injected may be swollen for a few minutes. Following the initial edema and absorption of the fluid, the tissue should not be more swollen than pre-injection.