what is poultice?


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A poultice, also called cataplasm, is a soft moist mass, often heated and medicated, that is spread on cloth over the skin to treat an aching, inflamed, or painful part of the body.
It is very useful for horses.
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I think it's a type of bandage to be wrapped around or placed over wounds or bruises, and is sometimes medicated or herbal.
It is ground herbs that are used on the skin to heal various ailments
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