Eosinophilic Folliculitis and Blepharitis
Description of the Disease and Clinical Picture
 
Eosinophilic folliculitis is an acute condition believed to be fundamentally a hypersensitive reaction to bites or stings from certain insects (bees, wasps, spiders, or ants). Lesions are localized on the facial skin, particularly above the muzzle, around the nostrils, and in the periocular region, manifesting as erythematous papules, crusts, ulcers, and bleeding. These lesions can be extremely painful. In some cases, lesions can also occur on the ear flaps, chest, and abdomen. In severe cases, an anaphylactic reaction may be possible. The disease most commonly affects young individuals of large dog breeds.
 
Treatment
 
The diagnosis is made through cytological examination or histopathological review of a tissue sample, revealing eosinophilic infiltration of hair follicles, which gives the disease its name. In most cases, the disease resolves spontaneously, although sometimes the use of corticosteroids and antibiotics may be required if there is a secondary bacterial infection.
 
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