Skin prick test for selection of imungens in canine atopic dermatitis

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Jorge Ribas da Cruz Neto
Camila Elena Frainer
Welington Hartmann

Abstract

Atopic Canine dermatitis is a common disease in the small animal clinic and interferes negatively in the quality of life of dogs affected by its inflammatory and chronic character, presenting genetic predisposition. It is clinically characterized by erythema and cutaneous itching, considered multifactorial in nature. Intradermal tests can be used to differentiate hypersensitivity to flea bites, food hypersensitivity and contact dermatitis, as well as opportunistic infections such as those caused by bacteria and fungi that may confuse the definitive diagnosis. The present work aims to present the strategies for diagnosis and treatment of atopic dermatitis, in view of etiopathogenesis, pathophysiology, clinical information, environmental factors, tests used to confirm the diagnosis and therapeutic options.

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CRUZ NETO, J. R. DA; FRAINER, C. E.; HARTMANN, W. Skin prick test for selection of imungens in canine atopic dermatitis. Revista de Educação Continuada em Medicina Veterinária e Zootecnia, v. 21, 24 Apr. 2023.
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CLÍNICA VETERINÁRIA DE PEQUENOS ANIMAIS