7 citations,
January 1996 in “In Practice” The document concludes that a thorough examination and various tests are crucial for diagnosing and treating ear inflammation in pets.
6 citations,
April 2013 in “Assiut Veterinary Medical Journal/Maǧallaẗ Asyūṭ al-ṭibiyyaẗ al-baytariyyaẗ” This retrospective study reviewed 76 cases of feline otitis externa and media at the Small Animal Clinic, Assiut University, from 2007-2011. The most common signs were head shaking, itching, and ear wax (67.11%), with severe inflammation and alopecia around the ear pinna in 21.05% of cases. Turkish Angora and Persian breeds were over-represented. Treatments included ivermectin injections and topical antimicrobial/anti-inflammatory ear drops. 67.11% of treated cases fully recovered, while 32.89% lacked follow-up data. The study emphasized the importance of identifying primary, predisposing, and perpetuating factors, with otoscopic examination as the initial diagnostic step.
February 2023 in “Vlaams dierengeneeskundig tijdschrift” Two young cats with a severe ear and skin condition improved with immune system-targeting treatments.
2 citations,
September 2018 in “Clinical Pediatrics” Most inconsolable crying in infants is not due to a serious cause, and a detailed check-up is typically enough to find the reason.
6 citations,
January 2011 in “Journal of veterinary medical science” Using a video otoscope effectively treated ear infections in dogs.