Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Dog with skin nodules and kidney lesions infected by Fusarium solani
By Kano, R et al.·Published in Medical mycology·2002·Department of Pathology, Japan·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Isolation of Fusarium solani from a dog: identification by molecular analysis.
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- dog
Plain-English summary
A dog was found to have multiple skin and submucosal nodules, along with kidney lesions, due to an infection caused by a fungus called Fusarium solani. The vet identified the infection through a microscope and confirmed it with advanced testing. Treatment details are not provided, but addressing such infections typically involves antifungal medications. It's important for pet owners to be aware of unusual lumps or skin changes in their pets and consult a veterinarian for proper diagnosis and treatment.
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Abstract
A strain of Fusarium solani was isolated from a dog showing many cutaneous and submucosal nodules and pyogranulomatous kidney lesions. Clinical isolates from this systemic infection were identified using microscopic examination and confirmed by molecular analysis.
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