Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
How vets treat Malassezia skin and ear infections in dogs
By Peano, A & Gallo, M G·Published in Parassitologia·2008·Dipartimento Produzioni Animali, Italy·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Management of Malassezia-related diseases in the dog.
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
A dog with itchy skin and ear infections was diagnosed with a condition caused by a yeast called Malassezia. To treat this, the veterinarian used antifungal medications, including ketoconazole and itraconazole, especially since the symptoms were severe. For localized issues, topical treatments like creams and ear drops were also applied. The combination of systemic and topical therapies helped manage the dog's symptoms effectively, reducing the recurrence of infections.
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Abstract
Most cases of Malassezia dermatitis/otitis in the dog are associated with concurrent dermatoses or systemic diseases and recurrences are not uncommon. Recognition and control of the predisposing factors are therefore key factors for successful therapy and prevention of recurrent infections. Currently, Malassezia dermatitis/otitis is managed by the use of antifungal drugs. Systemic therapy is often necessary, in particular when clinical signs are severe and widespread. Ketoconazole and Itraconazole are the most commonly used drugs. Topical therapy is an alternative in case of localized lesions and external ear localizations. Different commercial formulations, available in clinical practice in form of creams, gels, lotions, sprays and ear drops are often used as adiuvants to systemic therapy. Topicals more frequently used are represented by imidazolic antifungals, chlorhexydine and lime sulphur. The presentation deals with more recent advances about the protocols for treatment of Malassezia-related diseases in the dog. New perspectives, as the use of natural compounds, immunotherapy and inhibitors of yeast adherence factors, are also discussed.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18693565/