Cutaneous drug eruptions.
A drug-induced cause should be considered by the veterinarian when presented with any dermatosis and, in particular, those dermatoses that seem to have an underlying immunologic mechanism. A detailed history should be taken and a thorough dermatologic examination always performed. Biopsy submitted for histologic assessment can be a valuable aid to arriving at a diagnosis. Ultimately, response to withdrawal of the drug causing resolution of the dermatosis would confirm the diagnosis of a drug eruption.
Mason
K V
KV
Albert Animal Hospital, Springwood, Queensland, Australia.
D000818:Animals; D002371:Cat Diseases / Q000139:chemically induced*; D002415:Cats; D004283:Dog Diseases / Q000139:chemically induced*; D004285:Dogs; D003875:Drug Eruptions / Q000662:veterinary*