Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Contact scrotal dermatitis in 13 dogs linked to household chemicals
By Trenti, D et al.·Published in The Journal of small animal practice·2011·Service de dermatologie, France·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Suspected contact scrotal dermatitis in the dog: a retrospective study of 13 cases (1987 to 2003).
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Plain-English summary
Thirteen dogs were brought in with scrotal skin irritation, suspected to be caused by contact dermatitis from various substances. The veterinarians conducted tests to identify the irritants, which included common household items like detergents and bleach. By avoiding these substances, all the dogs showed improvement in their symptoms. In cases where the irritants were reintroduced, most dogs reacted positively, confirming the diagnosis. The key to treatment was simply avoiding the identified irritants, leading to successful recovery for all affected dogs.
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Abstract
OBJECTIVES: The aim of this study was to assess the clinical and aetiological aspects of contact dermatitis of the scrotum in dogs. METHODS: The medical records of 13 dogs with suspected scrotal contact dermatitis were retrospectively included in the study. For each case, historical findings, results of physical and dermatological examination and of avoidance tests as well as follow-up were included. Results of re-exposure tests and patch tests were also included when available. RESULTS: Avoidance tests to various suspected substances such as floor detergents, bleach, cement, laundry detergent and plastic fabric were performed and led to clinical improvement in all patients. Provocative re-exposure was performed in six cases, with five positive responses. Patch tests were undertaken in three of the five re-exposed cases, with two responding positively. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: Scrotal skin is thin and with few hair follicles, and is therefore very susceptible to contact dermatitis. A range of substances can induce contact dermatitis. The diagnosis of contact dermatitis is made by results of avoidance and/or provocation tests and/or patch tests. Once an aetiological agent has been identified, treatment is straightforward consisting of avoidance of this agent.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21627657/