what is poultice?

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2006-06-18 02:20:15 · 3 answers · asked by janice b 1 in Health ➔ Other - Health

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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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2006-06-18 02:22:00 · answer #1 · answered by Starreply 6 · 6⤊ 0⤋

I think it's a type of bandage to be wrapped around or placed over wounds or bruises, and is sometimes medicated or herbal.

2006-06-18 02:23:57 · answer #2 · answered by askios007 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋

It is ground herbs that are used on the skin to heal various ailments

2006-06-18 02:29:23 · answer #3 · answered by banker lady 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋