Saddle sores

A saddle sore is a skin ailment in the nether region due to, or exacerbated by, riding on a bicycle saddle. It often develops in three stages: skin abrasion, folliculitis (which looks like a small, reddish acne), and finally abscess. Because it most commonly starts with skin abrasion, it is desirable to reduce the factors which lead to skin abrasion. Some of these factors include: If left untreated over an extended period of time, saddle sores may need to be drained by your medical physician.
 * Reducing the friction due to bobbing or swinging motion while pedaling, by setting the appropriate seat height.
 * Selecting an appropriate saddle.
 * Wearing good cycling shorts, with chamois padding.
 * Using petroleum jelly, chamois cream or lubricating gel to further reduce friction.

In horses, saddle sores commonly form around the front girth area and are usually caused from riding out-of-shape horses too long or hard, or from having the girth too tight. Reducing friction is also of great help in preventing equine saddle sores.