Canine atopic dermatitis
Hereditary
Chronic pruritic allergic skin disease with a genetic predisposition.
Quick facts
- Type:
- Immune mediated
- Typical onset:
- Chronic
- Body systems:
- Integumentary, Immune
- Affected species:
- CAT, DOG
Sources & references
- Merck Veterinary Manual — Describes the immunopathogenesis, diagnosis of exclusion and tiered therapy of canine atopic dermatitis.
- WSAVA — Notes breed predisposition and the multimodal, long-term nature of atopic dermatitis control.
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