A Clinical and Diagnostic Approach of a Dog with Hyperadrenocorticism and Hypothyroidism: Case Report

    January 2016 in “ Revista Brasileira de Higiene e Sanidade Animal ”
    Glícia Meneses Costa, Steffi Lima Araújo, Francisco Antônio Félix Xavier Júnior, Ângela Rocha de lima, Daniel de Araújo Viana, Janaína Serra Azul Monteiro Evangelista
    TLDR Combining lab tests with clinical observations is crucial for diagnosing hormonal skin issues in dogs.
    This case report focused on a male Yorkshire dog with chronic dermatological issues, specifically bilaterally symmetrical alopecia, bilateral otitis, and pyoderma, linked to hyperadrenocorticism and hypothyroidism. The study highlighted the importance of using complementary laboratory tests, including microbiology, parasitology, serum biochemistry, and skin histopathology, to diagnose hormonal dermatosis. Histopathological findings revealed oto keratotic hyperkeratosis, sebaceous gland atrophy, and hair follicle alterations. The study concluded that combining these tests with clinical observations was crucial for a definitive diagnosis.
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