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symptoms : pruritus, alopecia and erythema will develop especially in the lumbar region, but can spread all over the body
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acute moist dermatitis is a frequent consequence (very itchy)
in cats a large number of pustules and crusts develop mainly in the lumbar region, but can cover the whole surface of the skin
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treatment : anti-flea-sprays, spot on applications (to be continued the whole year through !) and treatment with antibiotics as well as symptomatic treatments are often necessary
HEARTWORM DISEASE IN DOGS AND CATS
AGE COMPARISON CHART FOR DOGS AND CATS