Disorder - Seborrhea

Organ Systems Involved
Integument

Brief Description
    A skin disease characterised by excessive prodcution of sebum (oil-like substance), scaling of the skin and odor related to rancid oils on the surface of the skin

Groups Affected
Gundog
Hound
Non Sporting
Terrier
Toy
Utility
Working dog


Breeds Affected
American cocker spaniel
English springer spaniel
German shepherd dog
Irish setter
Labrador retriever
Norwegian elkhound
Schnauzer (Giant)
Shar Pei
West Highland white terrier
Yorkshire terrier


Treatment
    Medical

PubMed References
Seborrhea

Contributor
Paul McGreevy