Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Hair loss on head and neck from follicular lipidosis in a young
By Colodel, Marcia M et al.·Published in Veterinary dermatology·2017·Program in Post-Graduate Veterinary Dermatology, Brazil·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Follicular lipidosis in a dachshund dog.
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- dog
Plain-English summary
A 13-month-old female dachshund was brought to the vet due to hair loss on her head and neck that had been ongoing for about 10 months. After examining skin samples, the vet diagnosed her with a rare condition called follicular lipidosis, which affects the hair follicles. This case emphasizes the need for vets to consider this condition when young dogs show signs of hair loss without inflammation or hormonal issues. Treatment specifics weren't mentioned, but early diagnosis can help manage the condition effectively.
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Abstract
BACKGROUND: Follicular lipidosis is a rare disease, having only been reported in six Rottweiler dogs. The diagnosis of follicular lipidosis is confirmed by histopathological examination of the affected skin. OBJECTIVE: To report a case of follicular lipidosis in a dachshund dog. ANIMALS: A 13-month-old female dachshund dog, with hypotrichosis on the head and cervical region from 10 months of age. METHODS: Histological examination of skin biopsy specimens. RESULTS: Histological examination revealed basket weave orthokeratosis, ballooning of matrix cells and external root sheath keratinocytes. CLINICAL IMPORTANCE: This case report highlights the importance of including follicular lipidosis among the differential diagnoses of noninflammatory and nonhormonal cutaneous lesions in dachshund presented with hair loss.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28185331/