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Integumentary System Introduction
  • The Integumentary System in Animals
    • Epidermis
    • Basement Membrane Zone
    • Dermis
    • Appendageal System
    • Subcutaneous Muscles and Fat
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  • Dermatitis in Animals
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  • Dermatologic Problems in Animals
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  • Diagnosis of Skin Diseases in Animals
    • History
    • Physical Examination
    • Laboratory Procedures for Skin Diseases
      • Skin Scrapings
      • Combing of the Hair Coat
      • Hair Trichogram
      • Cytology
      • Fungal Cultures
      • Bacterial Cultures
      • Biopsy
      • Routine Blood and Urine Tests
      • Intradermal Skin Testing
      • In Vitro Diagnostic Tests
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  • Alopecia in Animals
    • Etiology
    • Clinical Findings and Lesions
    • Diagnosis
    • Treatment
    • Key Points
    • For More Information
  • Pruritus in Animals
    • Pathophysiology
    • Etiology
    • Diagnosis
    • Treatment
      • Essential Fatty Acids
      • Glucocorticoids
      • Other Systemic Antipruritic Agents
    • Key Points
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  • Principles of Topical Therapy in Animals
    • Shampoo Therapy
    • For More Information
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