Reptile Dermatology

Graciela Aguilar; Mark A Mitchell

doi:10.1016/j.cvex.2022.12.005

Reptile Dermatology

Vet Clin North Am Exot Anim Pract. 2023 May;26(2):409-424. doi: 10.1016/j.cvex.2022.12.005.

Authors

Graciela Aguilar¹, Mark A Mitchell²

Affiliations

¹ Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, Louisiana State University, School of Veterinary Medicine, 1909 Skin Bertman Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70803, USA.
² Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, Louisiana State University, School of Veterinary Medicine, 1909 Skin Bertman Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70803, USA. Electronic address: mmitchell@lsu.edu.

PMID: 36965878
DOI: 10.1016/j.cvex.2022.12.005

Abstract

Reptiles are being presented more frequently to veterinarians because they increase in popularity. As with domestic pets, dermatologic conditions are common findings in captive reptiles and can be associated with husbandry and nutritional deficiencies, infectious diseases, and neoplasia. To have success with these cases, it is important to take a stepwise and strategic approach, starting with a thorough anamnesis and physical examination. From there, diagnostic tests should be pursued, with an understanding of the limitations of each diagnostic test. By understanding these limitations, the veterinary scientist can determine the best path to a diagnosis and treatment for the case.

Keywords: Deficiency; Dermatology; Husbandry; Infectious; Neoplasia; Nutrition; Reptile.

Publication types

Review

MeSH terms

Animals
Dermatology*
Physical Examination
Reptiles