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http://dx.doi.org/10.17555/jvc.2015.10.32.5.473

Cutaneous Myiasis Associated with Tick Infestations in a Dog  

Choi, Jungku (College of Veterinary Medicine, Chonbuk National University)
Kim, Hanjong (College of Veterinary Medicine, Chonbuk National University)
Na, Jiwoong (College of Veterinary Medicine, Chonbuk National University)
Kim, Seong-hyun (National Academy of Agricultural Science)
Park, Chul (College of Veterinary Medicine, Chonbuk National University)
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Journal of Veterinary Clinics / v.32, no.5, 2015 , pp. 473-475 More about this Journal
Abstract
A 12-year-old intact male, Alaskan Malamute dog, which lives in the countryside, was presented with inflammation and pain around perineal areas. Thorough examination revealed maggots and punched-out round holes lesion around the perineal region. Complete blood counts (CBC) and serum biochemical examinations showed no remarkable findings except mild anemia and mild thrombocytosis. The diagnosis was easily done, based on clinical signs and maggots identification. Cleaning with chlorhexidine, povidone-iodine lavage and hair clipping away from the lesions were performed soon after presentation. SNAP 4Dx Test (IDEXX Laboratories, Westbrook, ME, USA) was performed to rule out other vector-borne diseases since the ticks were found on the clipped area and vector-borne pathogens. The test result was negative. The dog in this case was treated with ivermectin (300 mcg/kg SC) one time. Also, treatments with amoxicillin clavulanate (20 mg/kg PO, BID) was established to prevent secondary bacterial infections. Then, myiasis resolved with 2 weeks and the affected area was healed.
Keywords
Dog; Myiasis; Maggot; Ivermectin; Tick;
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