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Canine discoid lupus erythematosus.
C E Griffin1, A A Stannard, P J Ihrke
1Department of Medicine, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of California, Davis, California, USA.
Veterinary Immunology and Immunopathology
|November 1, 1979
Summary
Canine discoid lupus erythematosus can affect a dog's nasal planum, causing redness and depigmentation. Systemic corticosteroid therapy proved effective in treating these clinical signs in two affected dogs.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Dermatology
- Immunopathology
Background:
- Canine discoid lupus erythematosus (DLE) is an immune-mediated condition affecting the skin.
- The nasal planum is a common site for mucocutaneous autoimmune disorders in dogs.
Observation:
- Two dogs presented with clinical signs consistent with DLE.
- Lesions were primarily observed on the nasal planum, including erythema (redness) and depigmentation (loss of color).
Findings:
- Histopathological and immunofluorescent examinations confirmed the diagnosis of DLE.
- Both dogs showed a positive response to systemic corticosteroid treatment.
Implications:
- This case study highlights the clinical presentation of DLE on the nasal planum.
- Systemic corticosteroids are a viable therapeutic option for managing canine DLE affecting the nasal planum.