Dermatology – Updates in Allergy and Itch Management

Allergic dermatitis and otitis extrema are common clinical conditions in dogs and cats alike. Recognising the most common causes and factors involved in the development of these conditions is paramount to establishing a treatment plan and long-term management.

This learning series, with Filippo De Bellis, summaries the complex problem of managing allergies and otitis, providing a step by step guide to how veterinary practitioners should manage cases for first presentation. It provides an update on recognition, causes and treatment developments.  Covering management options, from doing it on a shoestring, to optimal management in first opinion practice and when to refer.