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Pet's info: Bird | Unknown - Bird | Male
lorikeet unknown age PBFD Appears to have mycotic lesion behind left eye (not ear canal) which is persisting for 1 month ptosis of left eye last 2 days eye doesnt appear inflamed, no exudate otherwise active no loss of appetite be interested in a DDx for skin lesions, can they be treated with over the counter antifungals?
1 Answer
Published on May 2nd, 2017
Mycotic diseases of the integumentary in pet birds are most frequently due to Malassezia spp. with treatment being a combination of oral and topical antifungals. Dermatophytosis, including Trichophyton and Microsporum spp is also occasionally reported in pet birds. Treatment protocols for dogs and cats are used.
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