Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Young dog with muscle weakness and skin lumps caused by lymphoma
By Bennett, S L et al.·Published in Australian veterinary journal·2005·University of Melbourne Veterinary Clinic and Hospital, Australia·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Lymphoma(s) showing epitheliotropism and diffuse skeletal muscle involvement presenting as a polymyopathy in a young dog.
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Plain-English summary
A 3-year-old dog was brought to the vet because it was experiencing severe muscle weakness and later developed nodular skin bumps. The diagnosis revealed that the dog had lymphoma, a type of cancer that affected both the skin and muscles. Treatment options would typically include chemotherapy, which can help manage the disease. It's important for pet owners to monitor any unusual symptoms like muscle weakness or skin changes and consult their veterinarian for appropriate care.
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Abstract
A 3-year-old dog presented with a severe polymyopathy and subsequently developed nodular skin lesions. The disease in this dog was caused by lymphoma, showing cutaneous epitheliotropism as well as infiltration of skeletal muscle in conjunction with polymyositis.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16255284/