Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Allergen immunotherapy for atopic dermatitis in pets
By Mueller, Ralf S·Published in The Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice·2019·Centre for Clinical Veterinary Medicine, Germany·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Update on Allergen Immunotherapy.
Plain-English summary
A study found that allergen immunotherapy can help dogs with atopic dermatitis (a skin condition caused by allergies). This treatment involves giving dogs small doses of allergens through injections, which helps their bodies build tolerance over time. Some dogs may even benefit from faster treatment methods that are still safe. About two-thirds of dogs receiving this therapy showed significant improvement in their symptoms, such as itching and skin irritation.
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Abstract
Allergen immunotherapy has been used for many years in dogs and cats and is the only specific treatment of atopic dermatitis that changes the patho-mechanisms of disease by stimulating allergen tolerance. Subcutaneous administration of allergens is the most commonly used administration route, typically in increasing concentrations (induction period) followed by long-term injection of allergen extract (maintenance therapy). Rush protocols with an abbreviated induction period have been reported and shown to be safe in dogs. More recently, oro-mucosal and intralymphatic administration of allergens has been evaluated in dogs. Approximately two-thirds of patients show good to excellent improvement of clinical signs.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30227970/