Dermatology
Bacterial and Parasitic Dermatologic Emergencies in Dogs
Emergency clinicians may see deep pyoderma, furunculosis, post-grooming furunculosis, necrotizing fasciitis, toxic shock syndrome–like disease, demodicosis, and sarcoptic mange.Dermatology
The Canine Skin and Ear Bacterial Microbiota
Dermatologic microbiome research is scarce, but the dermal microbiota nonetheless plays an important role in dermatitis diagnoses.Dermatology
Eosinophilic Folliculitis/Furunculosis in a Dog
This case report emphasizes the importance of an accurate diagnosis of canine eosinophilic folliculitis/furunculosis as well as early and adequate treatment to promote a satisfactory response.Dermatology
Immune-Mediated Dermatoses in Cats
Treatment of plasma cell pododermatitis, proliferative and necrotizing otitis externa, and auricular chondritis can be challenging due to the rarity of these immune-mediated dermatoses.Dermatology
Perianal Fistulas in Dogs
Perianal fistulas can be severely debilitating; however, most dogs respond well to therapy if started in a timely fashion.Dermatology
Treating Common Skin Conditions of Dogs and Cats in Community Medicine Practice
Simple yet effective treatment plans should be considered to decrease caretaker burden in community veterinary medicine.Dermatology
Diagnosing Common Skin Conditions of Dogs and Cats in Community Medicine Practice
Streamlining the diagnostic process or creating a treatment trial based on a tentative diagnosis can be helpful for clients who face financial barriers.Dermatology
Feline Atopic Skin Syndrome
Feline allergic disease has undergone a recent change in terminology. Feline atopic skin syndrome (FASS) refers explicitly to allergic skin disease induced by environmental allergens.Dermatology
Allergen Immunotherapy for Canine Atopic Dermatitis: An Update
Learn how allergen immunotherapy is used to treat environmental hypersensitivities by shifting the canine patient’s abnormal immune response toward a state of tolerance.