Putative drug-related pemphigus foliaceus in four dogs

Vet Dermatol. 2002 Aug;13(4):195-202. doi: 10.1046/j.1365-3164.2002.00297.x.

Abstract

Four dogs developed cutaneous lesions following the administration of various antibiotics. Histopathology of the lesions was compatible with pemphigus foliaceus, although apoptotic cells suggestive of erythema multiforme were seen in two cases. In two dogs the lesions resolved after 7.5-8.5 months of immune-suppressive treatment. No recurrence was seen during the follow-up period (3 and 4.5 years). The lesions in the other two dogs resolved within 3 weeks to 3 months following discontinuation of the antibiotic. No recurrence of clinical signs occurred during the follow-up period (1 and 4 years, respectively).

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Anti-Bacterial Agents / adverse effects
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Dog Diseases / chemically induced
  • Dog Diseases / diagnosis*
  • Dog Diseases / drug therapy
  • Dog Diseases / pathology
  • Dogs
  • Drug Eruptions / diagnosis
  • Drug Eruptions / veterinary*
  • Female
  • Immunosuppressive Agents / therapeutic use
  • Male
  • Pemphigus / diagnosis
  • Pemphigus / veterinary*

Substances

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents
  • Immunosuppressive Agents