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Xerostomia itself has many possible causes, but commonly the cause may be side effects of medications, or conditions such as Sjögren's syndrome. Conversely, conditions which cause drooling or sialorrhoea (excessive salivation) can cause angular cheilitis by creating a constant wet environment in the corners of the mouth.
Excessive dog drooling can be a response to pain or infection in the mouth. Pus or discharge An infected tooth may release pus or discharge from the gums, often near the decayed area.
A hot spot, or acute moist dermatitis, is an acutely inflamed and infected area of skin irritation created and made worse by a dog licking and biting at itself. A hot spot can manifest and spread rapidly in a matter of hours, as secondary Staphylococcus infection causes the top layers of the skin to break down and pus becomes trapped in the hair.
Perioral dermatitis, also known as periorificial dermatitis, is a common type of inflammatory skin rash. [2] Symptoms include multiple small (1–2 mm) bumps and blisters sometimes with background redness and scale, localized to the skin around the mouth and nostrils.
Perineal hernia is characterized by herniation of abdominal contents through the pelvic diaphragm, which causes swelling on one side of the anus. Primary ciliary dyskinesia is a dysfunction of cilia, which manifests as sperm immotility and respiratory disease. Signs include nasal discharge, recurring pneumonia, and infertility.
“Another potential risk would be of the dog biting your face if they get spooked. Putting your face right in theirs may startle them, and most dogs dislike being stared at,” she continues.
The dog persistently licks, chews, scratches or rubs at a focal area of skin, [2] which quickly causes hair loss. [1] The skin becomes red, moist and weeps. [1] The affected area is obviously defined and separate from the surrounding healthy skin and coat. [1] Usually only one area of the skin is affected. [1] The size of the affected area is ...
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