Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Dark skin spots in dogs linked to strong steroid creams
By De Lucia, Michela et al.·Published in Veterinary dermatology·2025·San Marco Veterinary Clinic and Laboratory, Italy·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Canine pigmented viral plaques associated with application of potent topical glucocorticoids.
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- dog
Plain-English summary
A 6-year-old Boxer with allergies developed dark, pigmented spots between her toes and on her ears after using a strong topical steroid cream. These spots got better when the cream was stopped but came back whenever the treatment was restarted. Tests showed the presence of a virus in the affected areas. It's important to discuss with your vet if your pet is experiencing similar skin issues after using topical medications.
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Abstract
A six-year-old atopic boxer presented with pigmented viral plaques on the interdigital spaces and pinnae following treatment with potent topical glucocorticoids. The lesions regressed after treatment was discontinued, and recurred each time a topical glucocorticoid was resumed. A Chipapillomavirus was amplified from lesional tissue.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39256951/