Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Case report: an ‘atypical’ atopic
- Journal:
- Companion Animal
- Year:
- 2014
- Authors:
- Curtis, Cathy F.
- Affiliation:
- Specialist in Veterinary Dermatology, Dermatology Referral Service, The Chestnut Veterinary Group, 1 Hoe Lane, Ware, Herts SG12 9LS
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
A 20-month-old spayed female Labrador was taken to a specialist for skin issues that suggested she might have a sensitivity disorder. After several tests, she was diagnosed with atopic dermatitis (a skin condition caused by allergies). Despite trying various treatments, including antihistamines, immunotherapy, cyclosporine, and steroids, she continued to experience intense itching and developed side effects from the steroids. A new medication called oclacitinib, which helps with itching, may be a good option for her ongoing treatment, and her initial response to this new drug is mentioned as promising.
Abstract
A 20-month-old, neutered female Labrador was presented for dermatology referral with a history suggestive of a cutaneous hypersensitivity disorder. Following a series of investigative tests, she was diagnosed with atopic dermatitis but despite therapy with antihistamines, immunotherapy, cyclosporine and glucocorticoids, the dog continued to be pruritic and ultimately started to show signs of iatrogenic hyperglucocorticoidism. The recent launch of the antipruritic drug oclacitinib may provide a further alternative option for maintenance treatment in such a case, and the dog's early response to this novel therapy is discussed.
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