Facial Fold Dermatitis in Dogs
Dr. Lera talks about facial fold dermatitis with Mugsy, an English Bulldog.
Skin fold pyoderma (also known as intertrigo) is an inflammatory skin disorder that develops in skin folds, such as facial folds, lip folds, and in the groin or armpits. It may develop between the mammary glands in females that have had multiple litters of pups. It may also occur secondary to obesity, when adjacent skin folds upon itself. The skin folds allow the surface of the two adjacent areas to lie in close contact, creating a warm, humid environment. In the presence of moisture, the normal skin bacteria then multiply, creating an infection in the fold. Certain breeds appear to be predisposed to the condition. These include:
– Spaniels with lip fold pyoderma
– Pekingese, Pugs, Boxer Dogs, and Bulldogs with facial fold pyoderma affecting the wrinkles on the face and nose
– Shar Pei and other breeds with loose skin and skin folds. (source: VCA Hospitals)
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