Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Skin damage from chronic heat exposure in two dogs
By Declercq & Vanstapel·Published in Veterinary Dermatology·1998·View original on Crossref →
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Original publication title: Chronic radiant heat dermatitis (Erythema ab igne) in two dogs
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
Two dogs developed skin problems after being exposed to a heat source during winter. They had areas of hair loss and changes in skin color, with some spots appearing red or darker than the surrounding skin. Occasionally, they also had crusty or ulcerated patches. The condition, similar to a human skin issue called Erythema ab igne, was linked to the dogs' repeated exposure to heat. Treatment details were not specified, but addressing the heat exposure is crucial for recovery.
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Abstract
Two dogs presented with an asymptomatic, drip‐like configuration of alopecia over the dorsolateral thoracic reion. The exposed skin showed erythema or hypopigmentation bordered by hyperpigmentation. The skin changes extended into the pelage with a sharp demarcation between affected and unaffected skin. Crusted and ulcerated lesions were occasionally present. Histopathological lesions included dyskaryosis and dyskeratosis of keratinocytes, focal basal layer vacuolation, pigmentary incontinence, and dermal mucinosis. Two different evolution stages were recognized. The condition was associated with repetitive exposure to a heat source in winter and shared similarities with Erythema ab igne in humans.
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Search related cases →Original publication on Crossref: https://doi.org/10.1046/j.1365-3164.1998.00096.x