As CPL progresses, ulcers develop on the pasterns, and fibrosis leads to hardening of the skin and the development of nodules which may become baseball sized. Secondary infections with microbes or mites commonly cause complications. Infestations with the mange mite Chorioptes equi are very itchy, and lead to self-trauma and dermatitis.
As CPL progresses, ulcers develop on the pasterns, leading to skin hardening and nodule formation that can become baseball-sized. Secondary infections from microbes or mites commonly cause complications. Infestations with the mange mite Chorioptes equi are very itchy, causing self-trauma and dermatitis.