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History, examination and initial evaluation
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History, examination and initial evaluation
- Author: Kerstin Bergvall
- From: BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Dermatology
- Item: Chapter 2, pp 12 - 23
- DOI: 10.22233/9781905319886.2
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- Publication Date: September 2012
Abstract
PLEASE NOTE A NEW 4TH EDITION HAS BEEN PUBLISHED AND IS AVAILABLE IN THE LIBRARY AND IN PRINT
A dermatology case can be a challenge. Given that many conditions can present with similar clinical signs, a logical and thorough work-up is critical to successfully diagnose and manage the case. This is a time-consuming task and the veterinary surgeon needs to be skilled and systematic and to work with the owner and the animal in a very structured way. If insufficient time is allocated for a thorough job, the chances of making the correct diagnosis are decreased. This chapter looks at: Signalment; History; General physical examination; Dermatological examination and Initial evaluation.
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Dermatological history sheet for a dog. © 2012 British Small Animal Veterinary Association
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Dermatological history sheet for a dog.
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Dermatological history sheet for a cat. © 2012 British Small Animal Veterinary Association
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Dermatological history sheet for a cat.
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Pruritus scale. The owner marks the bar at the appropriate level. This will give an estimated pruritus score (0–10) for the animal. © 2012 British Small Animal Veterinary Association
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Pruritus scale. The owner marks the bar at the appropriate level. This will give an estimated pruritus score (0–10) for the animal.
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Dermatoscope. This is a tool that allows a close-up examination of skin lesions. © 2012 British Small Animal Veterinary Association
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Dermatoscope. This is a tool that allows a close-up examination of skin lesions.
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Primary skin lesions. (a) Melanotic, perianal maculae in a dog with a testicular tumour. (b) Papules. (c) Large pustule on a dog with pyoderma and hyperadrenocorticism. (d) Nodules: oral papillomas in a young dog. (e) Interdigital tumour (histiocytoma). (f) Wheals (urticaria). © 2012 British Small Animal Veterinary Association
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Primary skin lesions. (a) Melanotic, perianal maculae in a dog with a testicular tumour. (b) Papules. (c) Large pustule on a dog with pyoderma and hyperadrenocorticism. (d) Nodules: oral papillomas in a young dog. (e) Interdigital tumour (histiocytoma). (f) Wheals (urticaria).
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Secondary skin lesions. (a) Collarette in a dog with pyoderma. (b) Erosion. (c) Ulceration over pressure point due to vasculitis in a dog with leishmaniosis. (d) Hyperpigmentation, alopecia, lichenification and excoriations in an atopic German Shepherd Dog with secondary Malassezia overgrowth. (e) Footpad fissures in a dog with metabolic epidermal necrosis/hepatocutaneous syndrome. © 2012 British Small Animal Veterinary Association
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Secondary skin lesions. (a) Collarette in a dog with pyoderma. (b) Erosion. (c) Ulceration over pressure point due to vasculitis in a dog with leishmaniosis. (d) Hyperpigmentation, alopecia, lichenification and excoriations in an atopic German Shepherd Dog with secondary Malassezia overgrowth. (e) Footpad fissures in a dog with metabolic epidermal necrosis/hepatocutaneous syndrome.
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Skin lesions that can be primary or secondary. (a) Alopecia in a Lagotto with follicular dysplasia. (b) Scales. (c) Crusts. (d) Follicular casts in a dog with sebaceous adenitis. (e) Comedones in a dog with hypothyroidism. (f) Hypopigmentation of the nose. © 2012 British Small Animal Veterinary Association
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Skin lesions that can be primary or secondary. (a) Alopecia in a Lagotto with follicular dysplasia. (b) Scales. (c) Crusts. (d) Follicular casts in a dog with sebaceous adenitis. (e) Comedones in a dog with hypothyroidism. (f) Hypopigmentation of the nose.