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Side effects that may occur include: [6] allergic reactions like: skin rash; itching or hives; swelling of the face, lips, or tongue; inflammation, redness, or pain at the affected area; Less severe side effects include: [6] dry skin; mild skin irritation, burning, or itching at the affected area
A number of drug classes are available as abirritants for itching relief, but there is no one single specific abirritant to treat all forms of itch. [7] Treatments may vary depending on the cause. Commonly prescribed abirritants can be broadly divided into topical and systemic drugs, and may include a combination of one or more drugs, described ...
The most prominent side effects are dizziness and sleepiness. [42] Diphenhydramine is a potent anticholinergic agent and potential deliriant in higher doses. This activity is responsible for the side effects of dry mouth and throat, increased heart rate, pupil dilation, urinary retention, constipation, and, at high doses, hallucinations or ...
Since my dog is also an itchy girl, I was so excited to find this DIY treat recipe to relieve itchy skin that Mika's mom posted on Tuesday, June 11th. The recipe only requires three ingredients ...
Continued itching by the dog can cause the affected area to enlarge rapidly in only a few hours. [4] Pyotraumatic dermatitis is more common when the dog's environment is hot and humid. [3] Dogs with thick undercoats or long fur are most commonly affected, [1] but pyotraumatic dermatitis can occur in any dog. [4]
A lick granuloma, also known as acral lick dermatitis, is a skin disorder found most commonly in dogs, but also in cats. In dogs, it results typically from the dog's urge to lick the lower portion of one of their legs. The lesion can initially be red, swollen, irritated, and bleeding, similar to a hot spot (wet eczema).
Spending quality time with dogs can have a positive impact on a person’s wellbeing. More specifically, new research shows that time spent interacting with canines reduces stress levels and ...
A dog that is repeatedly exposed to a particular allergen becomes sensitized to it, and the immune system overreacts to a subsequent exposure, most commonly manifesting in the form of skin irritation. [1] Some of the signs are redness, itching, hair loss, and recurring skin infections from the irritation. The dog may be more prone to scratching ...