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Research and Reviews : Journal of Veterinary Science and Technology

Management of Zinc Responsive Dermatitis (Parakeratosis) in Buffaloes: A Report of 10 Cases

  1. G. Kamalakar
  2. C. Pavan Kumar
  3. V. Deviprasad
  4. B. Jagadeesh Kumar

Abstract

Dermatitis due to zinc deficiency in buffaloes brought to the clinic was described in the current report. Scaly, eczematous lesions and areas of alopecia were observed at various parts of the body (face, ears, legs, udder, perineum, vulva, etc). Cracking at coronet and below the hock regions were also observed. Oral supplementation of zinc sulphate and topical application of zinc oxide resulted in complete resolution of the skin lesions. Keywords: Zinc responsive dermatitis, parakeratosis, and buffaloes Cite this ArticleG. Kamalakar, C. Pavan Kumar, V. Deviprasad et al. Management of Zinc Responsive Dermatitis (Parakeratosis) in Buffaloes – A Report of 10 Cases.Research & Reviews: Journal of Veterinary Science and Technology. 2015; 4(2): 18–21p.
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