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Dog nail fungus from Microsporum gypseum treated with enilconazole

By Andrino, Marta et al.·Published in Revista iberoamericana de micologia·2003·Departamento de Sanidad Animal, Spain·View original on PubMed

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Original publication title: [Canine onychomycosis produced by Microsporum gypseum. A case report].

Species:
dog

Plain-English summary

A dog was diagnosed with a severe fungal infection affecting its nails, known as onychomycosis, caused by a fungus called Microsporum gypseum. The owner likely noticed changes in the dog's nails, such as discoloration or brittleness. The veterinarian treated the infection successfully using a topical medication called enilconazole and an oral antifungal called griseofulvin. After treatment, the dog's condition improved, and the nails began to heal.

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Abstract

One case of severe canine onychomycosis is described. The aetiological agent was identified as Microsporum gypseum. The incidence of this fungus in this kind of pathology is discussed, with special attention to the successful treatment with topic enilconazole and systemic griseofulvin.

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Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15456357/