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Expert: - 12/25/2008


Question

Beezies lip
We were told it was an allergy, but it is getting worse and now she is having problems breathing and eating. Any idea what it is?  We are giving her pred in pill form.

Answer
This is called a rodent ulcer.  It is treatable with steroids.  It is an allergy to something, either food or food bowls.  I sometimes use a long acting steroid shot called DepoMedrol rather than tablets, and I sometimes laser them when they don't respond.

Dr. Louis N. Gotthelf

Expertise

Dermatology and ear diseases of dogs and cats

Experience

I am the author of "Small Animal Ear Diseases; An Illustrated Guide" published by W.B. Saunders. I have over 25 years of clinical experience with a special interest in dermatologic conditions and ear diseases.

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American Academy of Veterinary Dermatology

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Veterinary Forum
Veterinary Medicine
Waltham Focus

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