Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Atypical skin and organ problems in dogs with leishmaniosis
By Blavier, A et al.·Published in Veterinary journal (London, England : 1997)·2001·Department of Small Animal Internal Medicine, France·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Atypical forms of canine leishmaniosis.
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
A dog with leishmaniosis, a disease often found in Mediterranean regions, can show a variety of symptoms like fever, weight loss, and skin issues. Some dogs may experience unusual forms of the disease, such as skin lesions or kidney failure without other obvious signs. Treatment typically involves managing the symptoms and may include medications to address specific issues like skin problems or kidney function. Early diagnosis and treatment can help improve the dog's condition and quality of life.
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Abstract
Canine leishmaniosis is a common disease in the Mediterranean area, but sporadic cases in dogs having travelled through endemic regions are also reported. The disease's evolution is usually chronic and symptoms are either non-specific (fever, weight loss, lethargy, enlarged lymph nodes), dermatological, renal or ocular. The purpose of this article is to review the literature and to describe our own experience of certain atypical forms of canine leishmaniosis. These include specific skin lesions, monoclonal gammopathy, renal failure (without any other signs), chronic colitis, haemostatic problems and disorders of the cardiovascular, respiratory and musculo-skeletal systems.
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