Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Milk of calcium causing lumps under the skin in a dog
By Lucia, Michela De et al.·Published in Veterinary dermatology·2025·San Marco Veterinary Clinic and Laboratory, Italy·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Milk of Calcium in a Dog: A Rare Presentation of Calcinosis Circumscripta.
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Plain-English summary
A dog was brought in with unusual fluid-filled lumps under the skin that contained calcium, a condition similar to a rare human issue called 'milk of calcium.' The veterinarian used imaging tests to examine the lumps and determined the best course of treatment. After starting treatment, the dog's condition improved, and the lumps began to resolve. This case highlights a rare but treatable skin issue in dogs.
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Abstract
This report presents the clinical features, clinicopathological changes, computed tomography images and response-to-treatment of a dog with calcium-laden subcutaneous fluid collections, resembling a rare form of calcinosis in humans termed 'milk of calcium'.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40676771/