Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Dog has skin lesions and swelling - what is this?
By Mauldin, Elizabeth A·Published in The Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice·2019·Department of Pathobiology, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Canine Acute Eosinophilic Dermatitis with Edema (Wells-Like Syndrome).
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
A dog with skin problems and swelling was diagnosed with a rare condition called acute eosinophilic dermatitis, which can cause redness and lesions, especially on the belly. Many dogs with this condition also had stomach issues before their skin symptoms appeared. While the exact cause is unclear, it might be related to an allergic reaction or a response to medication. Treatment options can vary, so it's important to work with your veterinarian to find the best approach for your dog.
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Abstract
Canine acute eosinophilic dermatitis with edema is an uncommon syndromic disorder in dogs with a unique clinical presentation. Most but not all dogs have a history of gastrointestinal upset preceding or concomitant with skin lesion onset. Affected dogs present with macular to generalized erythema that is most evident on the glabrous skin of the abdomen. Although the etiology is not known, an adverse drug reaction or a systemic type I hypersensitivity reaction may play a role. Some cases can be difficult to distinguish from canine sterile neutrophilic dermatosis due to overlapping clinical criteria and eosinophil degranulation in tissue section.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30390793/