Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Emergency skin diseases in dogs and cats and how to treat them
By Kersey, Kathleen M et al.·Published in Compendium (Yardley, PA)·2013·Veterinary Specialists of South Florida, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Dermatologic emergencies: identification and treatment.
Plain-English summary
Skin problems are a common reason for dogs and cats to visit the vet, but some conditions can be serious and require immediate attention. For example, conditions like severe skin reactions or burns can lead to significant symptoms and even affect the pet's overall health. If your pet has a severe skin issue, it's important to seek veterinary care quickly, as timely diagnosis and treatment can make a big difference. Treatments may include medications and supportive care to help your pet recover.
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Abstract
Skin disease is one of the most common reasons dogs and cats are taken to the veterinarian. While many dermatologic conditions cause mild, localized signs, some, such as erythema multiforme, toxic epidermal necrolysis, cutaneous vasculitis, cutaneous drug eruptions, and thermal burns, can cause severe cutaneous signs and may have serious systemic consequences. These patients may present on an emergency basis and require intensive monitoring, diagnostics, and care. Lack of familiarity with these conditions may delay diagnosis and appropriate treatment. Pyotraumatic dermatitis may also prompt owners to seek emergency veterinary care due to the severe appearance of associated lesions.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23532728/