Am I being paranoid - red on sheath

[stangs]

For context, horse got sheath cleaned two weeks ago and was very clean. I’m ashamed to say I haven’t checked his sheath since, but had a quick glimpse today and saw this red. First thought was that it was blood, but then I looked again and couldn’t tell.

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Am I being paranoid or is this something I should be keeping an eye on / calling a vet out for?

 

[Barton Bounty]

I would put a little bit of sudocream , udder cream or something similar, looks like its a wee bit irritated

 

[ester]

Agreed that looks sore, I'd be suspicious what was used for cleaning has caused irritation.

 

[stangs]

Thanks both. Sheath cleaner may have used some kind of detergent I’m told, so that must have caused it. Must do it myself next time.

 

[Flowerofthefen]

I wouldn't put anything on it. Just kee an eye on it. Using creams may irritate it more.

 

[Sossigpoker]

That looks like the skin is irritated where the smegma has been pulled off it rather than allowed to fall off once softened with a cleanser. It should settle in a couple of days but if not , I'd ask your vet for advice