Difference between revisions of "Otitis Externa - Cat and Dog"

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Revision as of 15:31, 24 February 2011



  • Clinical signs are apparent
    • Head shaking
    • Ear scratching
    • Aural haematomata


Treatment

  • Acaracidal ear drops
    • Massage base of ear to disperse drops after treatment
  • Most treatments need to be repeated in 10-14 days to kill newly hatched mites
  • Selamectin can be used as a spot-on treatment
    • Prolonged duration of action
  • Treat all in-contact animals
    • These may be asymptomatic carriers