My question is about my horse, he is a gelding and his sheath swells up periodically, I have cleaned it but that is not the problem. It does not seem to cause him any pain but I would like to know what to do about it.
Swollen sheath in horse
Posted on 2007/11/28 by Agnes Harasymyk
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Tumbleweed -
Hi there, Swollen sheath in horses is a common problem. The usual cause is a lack of exercise causing poor lymphatic drainage, resulting in the build up of fluid in the soft tissue of the sheath and sometimes in the legs too. I would suggest more exercise, plus possibly massage. Other possible causes are insect bites and stings, a tumor is unlikely if it seems to disappear. Infection is unlikely if you are cleaning it out regularly. Good luck.
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