Best practice in managing bacterial skin disease

Authors: Muse R
Publication: Proceedings of the Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) Annual Conferences, Volume 2014 AVA Annual Conference, Perth, Issue Small Animal / Greyhound, May 2014
Publisher: Australian Veterinary Association

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Abstract: Managing microbial infections is critical in managing dermatology cases effectively. Many dermatology cases that present with pruritus in small animal practice have secondary microbial infection or overgrowth. While successful management begins with identifying and controlling the underlying primary disease, it is also essential to initiate appropriate topical and systemic therapy to manage the bacterial aspect. An orderly diagnostic approach is critical in determining how best to proceed in both treating the secondary issues and evaluating for underlying primary disorders precipitating the infection...

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