This book deals exclusively with the equine dermatological problems that the clinician is most likely to see in the practice, ideal for the practitioner who must quickly diagnose and treat the problems. The highly illustrated format helps guide the practitioner towards an effective diagnosis and treatment plan. Coverage progresses from a detai

ContentsSection 1 How ToDermatologic History 4Dermatologic Examination 9Diagnostic Tests Useful inEquine Dermatology 17Cytology 17Superficial Skin Scrapings 22Deep Skin Scrapings 24Fungal Culture 24Trichogram 29Biopsy 29Serum Testing For Allergen-Specific IgE 34Diagnostic Trials 35Diet Trial 35Insect Control Trial 36Section 2 The Approach to CommonDermatologic PresentationsThe Pruritic Horse 40The Horse with Papules, Pustules and Crusts 47The Horse with Nodules 55The Horse with Alopecia 63Section 3 TreatmentsShampoo Therapy For Various Skin Conditions 70Treatment of Bacterial Infections 72Treatment of Pruritus 74Glucocorticoids 74Antihistamines 75Allergen-Specific Immunotherapy 76Ectoparasiticidal Agents 78Insect Control Trials and Management ofPatients with Culicoides Hypersensitivity 78Immunosuppressive Therapy 80Index 84Recommended Readings