Canine discoid lupus erythematosus.
Two dogs were found to have clinical, histopathological and immunofluorescent findings compatible with a diagnosis of canine discoid lupus erythematosus. The primary lesions included erythema and depigmentation of the nasal planum. Both dogs responded favorably to systemic corticosteroid therapy.
Griffin
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Department of Medicine, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of California, Davis, California, USA.
Stannard
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Ihrke
P J
PJ
Ardans
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Cello
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RM
Bjorling
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DR
D000818:Animals; D004283:Dog Diseases / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000276:immunology* / Q000473:pathology; D004285:Dogs; D005260:Female; D008179:Lupus Erythematosus, Discoid / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000276:immunology / Q000473:pathology / Q000662:veterinary*; D008297:Male; D011239:Prednisolone / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000627:therapeutic use*
D011239:Prednisolone