Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Puppy with skin hives linked to Giardia infection
By Williams, Laura B A·Published in Veterinary parasitology, regional studies and reports·2021·Department of Veterinary Microbiology & Pathology, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Generalized cutaneous urticaria associated with Giardia infection in a five-month old puppy.
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Plain-English summary
A five-month-old Dalmatian puppy was brought in with a week-long history of itchy hives on its head, belly, and groin. Tests revealed a Giardia infection, which is a type of intestinal parasite that can sometimes cause skin reactions. The puppy was treated with a medication called fenbendazole, and within a day, the hives started to improve, eventually disappearing completely by the end of the treatment. Follow-up tests showed no signs of Giardia, and the puppy has been healthy without any further issues for three months.
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Abstract
Giardia cysts are commonly encountered in fecal examinations of dogs; intestinal infections can be asymptomatic or cause diarrhea but have not been previously associated with urticaria. A five-month old dalmatian puppy presented with a one-week history of cutaneous urticaria and pruritis. Wheals were most prominent on the head, abdomen, and inguinal region. A fecal flotation was performed to rule out internal parasites as a cause of hypersensitivity. Fecal float yielded many Giardia cysts, and treatment for giardiasis with fenbendazole was initiated. Urticaria improved drastically within a day after treatment initiation and completely resolved by the completion of the treatment regimen. No Giardia cysts were detected on the follow up fecal flotation three days later, and fecal Giardia antigen testing was negative at this time. No additional changes in management, housing, food, or environment were noted and the puppy has remained without additional clinical signs for three months following initial presentation.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34879954/