Dermatology

Cephalosporins are often used as first-line antibiotics for superficial skin infections in dogs and cats.

Always keep scabies in mind as a differential in your pruritic canine patient, and, remember, very few cases are typical.

The etiology of plasma cell pododermatitis, an unusual condition in cats, is not known.

Superficial and deep pyodermas are undoubtedly among the most common problems a veterinary practitioner faces.

Any time you are faced with an atopic patient who has sudden intensification of pruritus, these mites should be an important part of your diagnosis.

When talking about topicals, it is necessary to first understand the basic functions of the skin and how the skin performs these.

Canine demodicosis has also been called follicular mange or red mange.

Being confronted with a pruritic dog or cat is an extremely common occurrence in general veterinary practice. So, we need to be prepared.

Comparative biology is amazing when one considers the parallels of immune function and dysfunction in various species.

Dermatophytosis is another of our common diagnoses, especially in general practice.

I take digital photos of cytologic exam and skin scraping findings (bacteria, mites) through one eyepiece of the microscope by using the camera's macro setting.

When scraping for Demodex canis, follow these rules from Dr. Paul Bloom, DACVDM, DABVP.

A consistent scale for determining a dog's degree of pruritus would be valuable in any number of ways: for you and your clients to determine whether a dermatologic treatment is working, for clear communication between general practitioners and specialists, for use in studies evaluating antipruritic treatments, and more.

Can team members help catch dermatologic cases by identifying which itch is which? Look at these four photos to see.

Technicians should be performing diagnostic tests, says Dr. Paul Bloom, DACVDM, DABVP, especially skin scrapings.

How you can help itchy pets.

The dirt on skin diagnostics.

Learn the visual cues.

Pulmonary or systemic fungal infections in horses historically have resulted in a high mortality rate.

Answer clients' burning questions.

Demodicosis is a common skin condition in dogs. Dogs have three recognized species of Demodex mites.

Staphylococcus aureus is part of the normal flora of the skin, mucous membranes, urogential tract and alimentary tract of people.

In 25 years of talking to primary-care veterinarians about their struggles with dermatology cases, I am convinced that the major cause of frustration is time management.

The pathogenesis of canine atopic dermatitis is complex and our understanding of it continues to change and advance.

How to unglue a hamster.

Washington -- The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will evaluate whether further restrictions are warranted due to a "sharp increase" in incidents from spot-on flea and tick products.

Fort Worth, Texas -- Virbac and Greer Laboratories inked a new alliance yesterday to offer DVMs a comprehensive approach to handling dermatological cases.

Ringworm in animal shelters can lead to almost unmanageable outbreaks, thousands of dollars in diagnostic and medical costs, the possibility of spread to adopters and staff, and an intolerable blow to shelter status in the community.

Cytology is done primarily to identify infectious organisms, in particular bacteria (cocci versus rods) and yeast (Malassezia).

The diagnosis and management of insect bite allergy is still an important part of my specialty practice. I diagnose on average 2 to 3 new cases per week.