Dogs have eczema, red spots on the skin, and some have pustules.
How to treat eczema in dogs
The etiology of canine eczema: the pathogenesis of canine eczema is more complicated, and it is generally related to allergic concomitant substances; it is stimulated by various factors: under the action of external physical and chemical factors, such as mechanical compression, friction, bite, etc.
How to treat eczema in dogs
Essentials of Diagnosis of Dog Eczema: Acute Eczema:
1. Erythematous eczema with punctate or different shapes on the affected part at the beginning of the disease.
2. With the development of the disease, papules, vesicles, pustules and erosions may appear.
3. Sometimes dogs may aggravate dermatitis due to skin damage caused by scratching and friction;
4. Typical acute eczema is small moist papules, and there are scattered small blisters on the papules, and some can be seen in the state of erosion;
Chronic eczema:
1. Mostly due to the transformation of acute eczema;
2. Repeated stimulation and repeated attacks, characterized by skin thickening, desquamation, hyperpigmentation, rough coat, reverse standing, and increased itching;
3, more common in the back or limbs;
How to treat dog eczema
How to treat dog eczema:
1. Desensitization, stop exudation, prevent infection, and promote recovery.
2. Adrenal cortex hormone therapy: Dexamethasone tablets 0.2 mg/kg body weight, orally or prednisone acetate tablets 1.0 mg/kg body weight, orally.
3. Penicillin and gentamicin can be injected intramuscularly in the pus stage to prevent infection.
4. Reduce or stop self-injury and relieve itching: sedatives can be given, or the sick dog can be put on a collar to prevent continued biting of the affected part.
5. Carry out drug treatment: After 24 hours of combined use of antibiotics and steroids, the wound will be dry, and a crust will form after a few days.
The above describes how to treat dog eczema. Inexperienced parents should not blindly use drugs for dogs, and should take their dogs to the pet hospital for treatment in time.