Sniffing out Dermatologic Diagnoses – A Case-Based Presentation
In a comprehensive presentation, Dr. Jeromin, a veterinary dermatologist, explores ten common dermatologic diseases in dogs, focusing on their unusual presentations. She emphasizes the importance of client education and discusses various cases, including a middle-aged cocker with hyperpigmentation and alopecia, highlighting the need for differential diagnoses. The talk covers conditions affecting both young and middle-aged dogs, such as demodex, hypothyroidism, and familial dermatomyositis, while also addressing common misconceptions in diagnosis. Audience participation is encouraged, and resources for further learning are provided, along with a Q&A session to clarify any lingering questions.
