Species: Dog
Condition: Sebaceous Cyst
Organ System: Respiratory
When a hair follicle or skin pore gets clogged, a sebaceous cyst develops. The accumulation of dirt, scar tissue or even normal sebum can become too thick to get out of the opening of the skin pores. When the cyst is open, bacteria can get in and cause secondary infection. Your veterinarian may prescribe antibiotics and a topical cream however surgical removal may be indicated if the cyst wonÂ’t respond well to treatment. If a cyst increases in size in a few days time, it is best to let your vet examine the growth for it may be cancerous. Biopsy will help confirm diagnosis. There is also a risk of these cysts rupturing underneath the skin and spreading their oily contents into the surrounding area. These can lead to inflammation of the area that your dog may likely lick, bite, and scratch.
Breeds exposed to Sebaceous Cyst – Research Reference
“Rhodesian Ridgeback Cross – (Baker-Gabb
Flat Coated Retriever Cross – (Morris & Dobson 2001)
“Rhodesian Ridgeback – (Baker-Gabb
Flat Coated Retriever – (Morris & Dobson 2001)
Disease Author
Dr Merliza Cabriles, Professor of Veterinary Medicine
To learn more about Sebaceous Cyst or any other condition we invite you to search this website. Even better, pick up the phone and call your vet. Your vet knows your pet better than anyone else and is a fountain of information.
This information is accurate as at May 2014 and is subject to change without notice.
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