psoriasiform-lichenoid dermatosis

roblib — Mon, 03 May 2010 19:37:51 +0000

What is ... ?:

This is a rare and harmless skin condition that affects English springer spaniels under 2 to 3 years of age. Dogs with psoriasiform-lichenoid dermatosis develop wart-like bumps on their inner ear and/or abdomen.

How is ... inherited?:

unknown

What breeds are affected by ... ?:

English springer spaniel

What does ... mean to your dog & you?:

This condition will not affect the health of your dog, only his or her appearance. Dogs with this condition develop reddened or yellowish wart-like bumps on their inner ear flaps and groin, and eventually on their face and abdomen.

How is ... diagnosed?:

A skin biopsy is necessary to make the diagnosis. This is a simple procedure, done with local anesthetic, in which your veterinarian removes a small sample of your dog's skin for examination by a veterinary pathologist. The biopsy will show changes characteristic of this condition.

How is ... treated?:

There has been little success with treatment. The condition tends to wax and wane.

Breeding advice:

It is recommended that affected dogs not be bred.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THIS DISORDER, PLEASE SEE YOUR VETERINARIAN.

Resources:

Rosychuk, R.A.W., Luttgen, P. 1995. Diseases of the ear. In S.J. Ettinger and E.C. Feldman (eds.) Textbook of Veterinary Internal Medicine. p. 533-550. W.B. Saunders Co., Toronto.

lichenoid-psoriasiform dermatosis

psoriasiform-lichenoid dermatosis