by CD
(Tampa, FL)
Red itchy rash in patches over most of body for 6 weeks
Boxer, female, age 7 years old
Symptoms x 6 weeks
History of mast cell tumors (low grade)
Currently on pepcid and prednisone 5 mg for the mast cell tumors.
Went to vet 10 days ago, given keflex twice a day and chlorhexidine shampoo.
Rash has not improved, has developed in new areas. Involves chest, legs, muzzle, ears, pelvis, between the toes. Areas on the chest and legs are well demarcated. Areas on the ears, muzzle, feet and pelvis are not.
She does not constantly scratch the rash, it only appears to be mildly irritating to her.
Rash appears dry and excoriated, occasionally bleeds.
No known new detergents, sprays, pets, meds, foods.
No symptoms on our other dog.
She is on heartguard and Frontline.
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