Veterinary Dermatology New treatment modalities have been introduced into veterinary dermatology over the past years. It is used in veterinary dermatology in the treatment of perianal fistulas, refractory atopy , discoid lupus erythematosus, and pemphigus foliaceous. Other medications may increase or decrease the effectiveness of cyclosporine. It is being used to treat canine cutaneous histiocytosis, pemphigus foliaceous, and mycosis fungoides. It is metabolized in the liver.
Close monitoring is necessary to decrease the risk of side effects.
It is used in the treatment of dermatomyositis, vasculitis, erythema multiforme, and allergic contact dermatitis . Other new drugs were discussed including those used in the treatment of skin conditions associated with by hormonal abnormalities, bacterial and fungal infections, and inflammation. A veterinary dermatologist should be consulted to determine if any of these new treatments will help alleviate your pet's dermatological conditions. Pain Management in Dogs and Cats Pain is an unpleasant sensory or emotional experience that may be associated with tissue damage. Pain causes distress and suffering which contributes to the stress of hospitalization.