1. Symptoms of folliculitis in dogs
The symptoms of folliculitis in dogs are many, but they can be recognized Compared with other dog skin diseases, the degree is very high. For example, the affected area will be red, bulging, and swollen, and there will be small black spots like cinders in the hair follicles. When the infection of folliculitis is severe, large pustules will appear. Hair loss begins around the affected area, usually in a circular area. Some dogs even develop localized hyperpigmentation on their skin, gradually appearing as dark spots.
There are many reasons for the appearance of folliculitis in dogs. The most common clinical causes are bacterial infection, mite infection, endocrine disorders, and strong secretion of sex hormones. Folliculitis usually occurs on the limbs, head and neck of dogs.
Second, can dog folliculitis be treated with erythromycin soft?
If you want to treat your dog’s folliculitis quickly, then take the dog to the pet hospital for a smear examination to find the cause of the folliculitis, and then treat the symptoms. It is effective, but usually, pet owners can also wipe the affected area of the dog after diluting it with household alcohol, and then apply the topical ointment after cleaning up the black spots. Note that if the dog licks the affected area, put the Elizabeth ring on the dog in time.
In terms of medication, since dog folliculitis is usually caused by bacterial secondary infection after the hair follicle is blocked, erythromycin ointment or other pet-specific ointments containing roxithromycin can be used to target the bacteria Infections, usually mild folliculitis in dogs, heal in as little as 5 days.
If it is dog folliculitis caused by mites or endocrine hormones, then the use of erythromycin ointment may not be enough. According to the hormones in the dog, the doctor should prescribe additional oral medicines, and It is necessary to cooperate with other external medicines with stronger effects. Clothes Bartudine Diluted Chlorhexidine Gluconate Solution and Fonuoen Skin Spray are both antibacterial and anti-inflammatory, and effective pet-specific medicines for dog folliculitis.
Pay attention to keeping the affected area dry and clean during treatment.
If the dog’s skin symptoms are not relieved or become more serious after the medication, it may be caused by other reasons. It is recommended to go to the hospital for a more detailed examination or consult a veterinarian in time.
