Acute moist dermatitis, like most dermatologic conditions, is not imminently life-threatening but can result in significant patient discomfort. The authors share diagnosis, treatment and management of AMD.
Dogs with heavy and dense undercoats are more susceptible to developing hot spots because of increased environmental temperatures and slow drying of the coat due to lack of proper ventilation, which can result in conditions that are favorable for bacterial overgrowth.
Prevention of AMD can improve patient quality of life . . . Inciting factors can include fleabite sensitivity, ectoparasites, otitis externa, foreign bodies, irritating substances, and skin diseases that result from allergic dermatitis.”
Source: Clinician’s Brief, September 2019. Link. Regular administration of high-quality ectoparasite control and vigilant monitoring and investigation of pruritus can be key to prevention of AMD.
INSIGHTS: Reminding pet owners to be sure to fully dry pets after swimming or playing in the sprinkler and the importance of ectoparasite control are good topics for newsletters and social media along.