Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
A Case of Suspected Congenital Hypothyroidism Causing Generalised Alopecia in a Wombat (Lasiorhinus latifrons).
- Journal:
- Veterinary dermatology
- Year:
- 2026
- Authors:
- Ho, Amelia Sy & Siak, Meng K
- Affiliation:
- Perth Animal Dermatology · Australia
Abstract
An 18-month-old southern hairy-nosed wombat (Lasiorhinus latifrons) was presented with progressive alopecia. Histopathological investigation revealed atrophic hair follicles in telogen. Thyroid hormone levels were decreased compared to age-matched controls. Treatment with thyroxine improved the haircoat. This case highlights the consideration of congenital endocrinopathies as a cause of noninflammatory alopecia in young wombats.
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