Will a skin infection heal on its own dog?
Lucas Kirlin
2025-08-04 12:36:17
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Skin problems are fairly common for dogs and can indicate underlying health issues. Many bacteria and fungi live on the skin but are controlled by the immune system and do not cause issues under normal circumstances. But, if skin conditions change or the immune system becomes suppressed, bacterial and fungal infections can result. Yeast infections are not contagious, they will often recur unless the underlying skin condition or allergy is addressed. Staph infections are typically treated with oral antibiotics. Antibacterial shampoo or topical ointments can be used for these types of skin conditions. Depending on the severity of the infection, treatment may take several weeks to have an effect. Yeast dermatitis infections can be treated with oral or topical treatments, or a combination of both based on the severity of your dog’s condition.
Jordi Parisian
2025-08-04 08:24:52
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Pyoderma is defined as a bacterial skin infection. The prognosis for uncomplicated pyoderma in the majority of cases is good to excellent. Most cases of pyoderma resolve with oral antibiotics and/or topical therapy. In cases where allergies are the underlying cause, antihistamines or lower doses of steroids may be used at the same time before longer-term medications are determined. It is also important that your pet has clean, dry, padded bedding. Routine bathing with medicated shampoos can minimize recurrences. The most important aspect here is to keep the area dry and practice good hygiene. Pyoderma is often secondary to allergic dermatitis and develops in the abrasions on the skin's surface that occur as a result of scratching. Skin folds may need to be clipped and often benefit from the use of medicated wipes containing some of the above topical ingredients.
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