Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Nodular skin disease in dogs from Spain and Portugal 2003-2007
By Ramírez, Gustavo A et al.·Published in Veterinary dermatology·2009·HISTOVET Laboratorio de Diagnó, Spain·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Clinical, histopathological and epidemiological study of canine straelensiosis in the Iberian Peninsula (2003-2007).
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Plain-English summary
A group of dogs in Spain and Portugal developed a skin condition called straelensiosis, caused by a tiny larva that leads to nodular dermatitis (skin bumps). The study looked at 19 cases and found that this condition is more common in rural and hunting dogs, particularly during certain seasons. Treatment options were evaluated, and the dogs showed varying responses to the therapies used. The findings suggest that pet owners in these regions should be aware of this disease and consult their veterinarian if their dog develops unusual skin bumps.
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Abstract
Straelensiosis is a relatively new disease described in dogs and produced by a trombiculid larva known as Straelensia cynotis. Few cases have been reported in the English literature. Straelensiosis has been observed in Southern France and Northern Portugal causing a distinctive nodular dermatitis. The present study describes the clinical, histopathological and epidemiological features of 19 cases diagnosed as straelensiosis in the north of Spain and Portugal (2003-2007). A follow-up of the animals after diagnosis was carried out. Differences with previously described cases were observed, especially concerning epidemiology and histopathology. The grade of response to different treatments and new microscopic features are discussed. The study concludes that S. cynotis can cause a nodular dermatitis in rural and hunting dogs in Spain and Portugal and is associated with particular seasonal and geographical factors.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19152585/