The Derm Vet Podcast

276. Grab Bag: pesky pyoderma

Ashley Bourgeois, DVM, Dip ACVD Season 6 Episode 276

I love hearing the information you want to know! This week... I answered questions you submitted on an Instagram question sticker about pyoderma. Why does it happen? Is cytology really that necessary (hint: YES!)? When to culture?

Learn the answers to your pesky pyoderma questions on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!


TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Intro
01:09 What is the cause of Pyoderma?
02:54 Why does the crust build up?
03:42 Is it necessary to collect cytology if you see pustules?
05:37 JAK inhibitors aren't labeled for pyoderma, is that correct?
07:24 Cephalexin
09:09 Standard length of time for antibiotics
11:52 Preferred topical treatment
13:41 When do you decide to perform a bacterial culture?
15:28 Outro