Dermatology

Veterinary dermatology helps diagnose and treat animal skin, coat, ear and nail diseases. Dermatological problems often manifest as itching, redness, hair loss, dandruff, wounds, discharge, an unpleasant smell, or a general odor.

At our clinic, dermatological examinations are performed to help determine the exact cause of skin problems — allergies, infections, parasites, fungal infections and other conditions. A treatment plan is selected for each animal individually, in order to achieve a reduction in symptoms and return to healthy skin.

Most common dermatological diseases

Bacterial skin diseases (pyoderma)

Pyoderma (purulent bacterial inflammation of the skin) is an infectious disease of the skin caused by pathogenic bacteria.

Skin wrinkle dermatitis

Wrinkle dermatitis is most common in breeds such as the English Bulldog, French Bulldog, Shar Pei, Spaniel. Wrinkle dermatitis can form on the lips, vulva and mouth.

Furunculosis

Furunculosis is a deep purulent inflammation of the hair follicle, adjacent sebaceous glands and other surrounding tissues. The deeper layers of the skin are damaged during this inflammation.

Pododermatitis

It is an inflammation of the skin in the area of the feet and toes. Breeds prone to this disease – English Bulldogs, Cocker Spaniels, French Bulldogs, Labradors and Golden Retrievers, etc.

Juvenile cellulite

Detected in young puppies, often mixed with an allergic reaction. Occurs in the foot area (lips, eyelids, ears).

Fungal diseases

Dermatophytosis – baldness, round itchy spots, erythema. Mostly located in the head and limb areas.

Malasal dermatitis – symptoms such as erythema, abrasions, itching are visible. Severe itching is the main sign, together with unpleasant odor.

Parasitic skin diseases

The main parasitic diseases of pets:

  • Subcutaneous ticks
  • Flea allergic dermatitis
  • Cheyletiella spp. ticks – “walking on dandruff”
  • Dog lice

Atopic dermatitis

It is an allergic reaction of the body to allergens that come directly on the skin or inhaling them with air. It is the second most common allergic disease, surpassed only by flea-induced allergic dermatitis. Atopic dermatitis is most commonly seen in animals aged 1 to 3 years. If exacerbations are in winter, it may be due to dust mites.

Dog food allergy

An adverse food reaction refers to an abnormal clinical response associated with the consumption of food or food additives. The reaction can be like food allergy or food intolerance. Symptoms may be linked with skin and / or gastrointestinal tract (pruritus, erythema, alopecia, otitis, diarrhea, flatulence, frequent bowel movements).

Diagnostics

  • Skin cytology test
  • Skin scraping
  • Skin biopsy
  • Allergological tests
  • Trichogram
  • Endocrinological tests
VIKTORIJA TVARANAVIČIŪTĖ
Veterinarian

Veterinarian Viktorija Tvaranavičiūtė, who works in the field of dermatology, uses modern knowledge and helps diagnose and treat your pet’s dermatological conditions.