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GlossaryFlea and Tick Treatment

methods to prevent and eliminate pet flea and tick infestations

Flea and Tick Treatment refers to the various methods and products used to prevent, control, and eliminate infestations of fleas and ticks on pets, particularly dogs and cats. These treatments can include topical solutions, oral medications, collars, and shampoos that contain insecticides or growth regulators to kill or repel these parasites, thereby protecting the animal from related health issues such as skin irritations, allergic reactions, and diseases like Lyme disease and flea allergy dermatitis.

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Study on Prevalence, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Dermatological Disorders in Hospitalized Dogs at Madras Veterinary College, Chennai, India

research Study on Prevalence, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Dermatological Disorders in Hospitalized Dogs at Madras Veterinary College, Chennai, India

April 2018 in “Asian-Australasian journal of bioscience and biotechnology”

The study concluded that tick infestation was the most common skin problem in hospitalized dogs in Chennai, with various treatments used for different conditions.

research Flea Allergy Dermatitis in a Dog: Therapeutic Management and Interventions

December 2022

The dog fully recovered and regrew hair after a combination of topical and oral treatments.

research Feline Non-Flea Induced Hypersensitivity Dermatitis

18 citations, August 2013 in “Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery”

Cats can get skin issues from things other than fleas, like insect bites, food, or allergens.

research Atopic Dermatitis in a Female Dog: Clinical Case

December 2019 in “Pubvet”

The document concludes that atopic dermatitis in dogs is managed with various treatments including antipruritics, supplements, and possibly immunotherapy.

research Focal and Generalized Alopecia in Cats: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment

9 citations, July 1995 in “Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice”

The document concludes that hair loss in cats is caused by various factors, including allergies, mites, infections, and hormonal issues, with treatments varying accordingly.

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community NW4 -> NW 2.5 (1yr progress) RU 8.5-9% ED and topical Dut .1% + RU 5% 1.5x a week. (+ caffeine redensyl scalp treatment ED)

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The conversation discusses hair regrowth progress from Norwood scale 4 to 2.5 over a year using daily 8.5-9% RU58841, topical Dutasteride 0.1%, RU58841 5% 1.5 times a week, and daily caffeine redensyl scalp treatment.

community RU58841 in powder form from Aliexpress. Is this safe to purchase?

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A user is considering buying RU58841 powder from Aliexpress to mix with Minoxidil for hair loss treatment. Another user warns about the safety concerns of RU58841, especially from unreliable sources, and suggests trying finasteride, oral Minoxidil, and dutasteride first.