Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Puppy with skin infection from Peptostreptococcus tetradius
By Price, P M·Published in Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association·1991·Eastwillow Pet Hospital·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Pyoderma caused by Peptostreptococcus tetradius in a pup.
Plain-English summary
A young puppy was diagnosed with a skin infection called pyoderma, which was caused by a rare bacteria known as Peptostreptococcus tetradius. The puppy showed signs of discomfort and skin irritation. The veterinarian treated the infection successfully with a medication called cefadroxil. After starting the treatment, the puppy's skin condition improved, and he began to feel more comfortable.
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Abstract
Pyoderma caused by Peptostreptococcus tetradius in a pup was successfully treated with cefadroxil. Although this bacterium is rarely found in veterinary medicine, it is a known pathogen in human beings and should be considered as a potential causative agent in pyodermas in which anaerobes are suspected.
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