Oscar is a Cairn Terrier diagnosed with
Chronic Severe Atopy
in April of 2011 at the age of 4.
atopy: a genetic predisposition to develop allergic symptoms after repeated exposure to an otherwise harmless substance (an allergen).
Before Oscar began his treatments at Lombard Animal Hospital, he was in and out of the vet with ear infections, skin infections and uncontrollable itching and chewing at his legs, causing his hair to fall out.
Oscar began seeing Dr. Nell in April of 2011 when he received his diagnosis. Treatments included steroid medications to stop the intense itching, nutritional supplements to support the skin, and antibiotics to control skin infections. Oscar was Allergy Serum tested and has been on desensitization injections since 2011 to assist in preventing allergic outbreaks. In November 2011, Oscar began monthly acupuncture treatments with Dr. Nell to balance his immune system and to promote general health and wellness.
Oscar's plan has been truly integrative, using Conventional and Natural medicine to gain the best results and an itch-free life!
Currently, Oscar continues with his desensitization injections, OFA Granules (a concentrated omega fatty acid supplement to promote skin and hair-coat), Atopica (a safe, long-term steroid used for chronic atopic dermatitis in dogs), and monthly acupuncture treatments with Dr. Nell.
Look at him now!
Oscar's hair has grown back, he no longer spends every minute of every day itching and scratching and licking himself. His quality of life is much improved and his owner is very excited about his progress.
At Lombard Animal Hospital, in Portland, Oregon we strive to increase the quality of life for pets and their people through education, nutrition and wellness!
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www.lombardanimalhospital.com
