Atopic dermatitis is a chronic allergic skin disease. The reaction can be caused by plants, mold, mites, dust, and other irritants.
Atopic dermatitis is a chronic allergic skin disease. The reaction can be caused by plants, mold, mites, dust, and other irritants. It is a genetic reaction transmitted from adult animals to puppies. To make a diagnosis, the doctor examines the animal and, if necessary, conducts tests to determine the cause of the allergic reaction.
Atopic dermatitis: what are the symptoms?
Often, the first signs of the disease can be noticed at the age of 3 to 6 months, but sometimes the problem can hardly manifest itself during the first year. Most often, atopic dermatitis affects Labradors, pugs, and Yorkies.
- The ears have waxy discharge, redness, and an unpleasant odor.
- The skin is red, may have crusts and an unpleasant odor.
- The coat falls out, and areas of baldness can be observed. The skin on them turns brown, and the animal constantly licks them.
- The dog scratches its body, tries to rub against the carpet and furniture.
- There is an unpleasant odor discharge on the face, redness.
- The dog licks and bites its paws and paw pads.
Treatment: what should you know?
Atopic dermatitis is a diagnosis that requires a special lifestyle. Most often, it is impossible to remove the allergen or avoid contact with it. Therefore, it is important to work with a specialist to choose the right therapy that will control all manifestations of the disease.
- As a rule, treatment consists in selecting a therapy that makes it possible to improve the quality of life of the pet and reduce the manifestations of unpleasant symptoms.
- There are drugs that reduce itching, but most of them do not work immediately.
- Effective therapy is possible only with constant contact with a veterinary dermatologist who will examine the animal and assess its condition. Timely use of medications will help reduce discomfort.
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