Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Dermatophytosis due to Microsporum persicolor: a retrospective study of 16 cases.
- Journal:
- The Canadian veterinary journal = La revue veterinaire canadienne
- Year:
- 2011
- Authors:
- Muller, Arnaud et al.
- Affiliation:
- Clinique Vé · France
- Species:
- dog
Abstract
A retrospective study of 16 cases of dermatophytosis due to Microsporum persicolor in dogs is reported. Hunting dogs were overrepresented (12/16). Skin lesions were observed on the face in all cases, but also on other locations (limbs, neck). The lesions included alopecia (15/16), erythema (13/16), scales (14/16), and crusts (13/16). Histopathology was performed in 10 cases and showed folliculitis and a lichenoid interface dermatitis. Fungal culture was positive in all cases and clinical resolution was achieved with standard antifungal agents (enilconazole, ketoconazole, griseofulvin). Two recurrences were observed (new contacts with rodents).
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