Ulcerative Posthitis Flashcards
1
Q
Common name?
A
Pizzle rot
2
Q
Seen in what species?
A
Most common in ovine
Also seen in caprine and bovine
3
Q
Seen in males or females?
A
Both, though more common in castrated males
4
Q
Etiologic agent? What does it do?
A
Corynebacterium renale (gram +, urease producing) Hydrolyzes urea to ammonia which causes irritation to the penis
5
Q
Predisposing factors?
A
Castrated male Excess hair High protein diet Poor grooming Dirty bedding/environment
6
Q
Clinical signs
A
Preputial swelling
Urine scald
7
Q
Treatment and management?
A
Penicillin or cephalosporin - can be topical (bacitracin or copper sulfate)
Remove any wool around the area
Remove necrotic tissue
Do not feed a high protein diet
Keep environment clean
Don’t breed until ulcers heal (possibly venereal transmission)
