tREATMENTS CUTANEOUS 2 FINAL

Alopecia Areata

An autoimmune condition causing sudden hair loss, often in round patches.

Alopecia X

A type of hair loss occurring in dogs, often treatable with melatonin and cosmetic treatments.

Hyperadrenocorticism

Also known as Cushing's Disease, characterized by excessive production of cortisol.

Hypothyroidism

A condition where the thyroid gland is underactive, leading to various metabolic issues.

Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)

An autoimmune skin condition that primarily affects the nose; treated with topical and systemic medications.

Pemphigus Foliaceus

An autoimmune blistering disease affecting the skin, treated with immunosuppressive drugs.

Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN)

A severe skin reaction often triggered by medications, requiring supportive care.

Soft Tissue Sarcoma (STS)

A type of cancer arising in soft tissues, typically requiring wide surgical excision.

Feline Injection Site Sarcoma (FISS)

A tumor that develops at injection sites in cats, often necessitating aggressive surgical treatment.

Dermatophytosis

A fungal skin infection, commonly known as ringworm, requiring antifungal treatment.

Interdigital Furunculosis

A painful condition affecting the spaces between toes, often necessitating antibiotics and addressing contributing factors.

Reactive Histiocytosis

An immune-mediated condition resulting in skin lesions, often requiring immunomodulatory therapy.

Otitis Externa

Inflammation of the outer ear canal, typically treated with antibacterial and antifungal therapies.

Mast Cell Tumor (MCT)

A type of cancer often requiring wide excision and possibly chemotherapy for systemic disease.

Eosinophilic Granuloma

A skin condition characterized by the presence of eosinophils, often treated with corticosteroids.

Pastern Dermatitis

Inflammation of the skin on the pasterns of horses, requiring hygiene improvement and symptomatic care.

Alopecia X

A form of hair loss in dogs with uncertain underlying causes, managed with various therapies.

Blastomycosis

A fungal infection that often requires prolonged antifungal therapy for effective treatment.

Cryptococcosis

A serious fungal infection often treated with long-term antifungal therapy and monitoring.

Hydrotherapy

Physical therapy involving water to aid in the rehabilitation of injuries.

Surgical Excision

The removal of tissue, often a tumor, through surgical procedures.

Seborrheic Dermatitis

A skin condition causing red, flaky, greasy patches, often treated with medicated shampoos or topical treatments.

Atopic Dermatitis

A chronic inflammatory skin condition characterized by itchy and inflamed skin, often associated with allergies.

Flea Allergic Dermatitis

An allergic reaction to flea bites, resulting in itchy skin and hair loss, often requiring flea control and anti-itch treatments.

Chronic Ear Infections

Repeated infections of the ear canal, often due to underlying allergies or other health issues, necessitating thorough treatment.

Miliary Dermatitis

A skin condition in cats characterized by small, crusted lesions, often a reaction to allergens or parasites.

Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC)

A type of cancer that can occur in the skin and is often related to sun exposure; requires surgical removal.

Urticaria (Hives)

A skin reaction characterized by itchy welts, often caused by allergens or medications, and can be treated with antihistamines.

Vasculitis

An inflammation of the blood vessels that can lead to skin lesions and is often associated with underlying diseases.

Papilloma

A benign growth often appearing as a wart on the skin, typically found in older dogs and often requiring no treatment.

Fungal Dermatitis

An infection of the skin caused by fungi, often requiring antifungal medications for resolution.