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Pyoderma caused by Peptostreptococcus tetradius in a pup.

P M Price1

  • 1Eastwillow Pet Hospital, Eastlake, OH 44095.

Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association
|May 1, 1991
PubMed
Summary

Pyoderma in a pup caused by Peptostreptococcus tetradius was effectively treated with cefadroxil. This anaerobic bacterium, though uncommon in veterinary cases, is a recognized human pathogen and a potential cause of pyoderma.

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Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Dermatology
  • Microbiology

Background:

  • Pyoderma is a common skin infection in dogs.
  • Anaerobic bacteria are infrequently identified as causative agents in canine pyoderma.

Observation:

  • A pup presented with pyoderma.
  • The causative agent was identified as Peptostreptococcus tetradius.

Findings:

  • Successful treatment of canine pyoderma caused by Peptostreptococcus tetradius was achieved using cefadroxil.
  • Peptostreptococcus tetradius is a known human pathogen.

Implications:

  • Peptostreptococcus tetradius should be considered in the differential diagnosis of canine pyoderma, especially when anaerobic infection is suspected.
  • This case highlights the importance of identifying specific bacterial pathogens for targeted antimicrobial therapy in veterinary dermatology.

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