I suspect that my dog has lip fold dermatitis. It looks fairly mild for now. Is it possible to treat at home by keeping clean and dry? If so, how? Are there any ointments I can apply? PS. There is usually less redness. The photo is after I cleaned and patted it dry. This has been like this for about a week now.
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You can try cleansing with some diluted betadine or chlorhexidine (Hibiclens) solution. Try not to get any in his mouth. Keep the areas as dry as possible. Any ointment applied will likely get licked off. have your veterinarian examine Benny if daily cleansing does not improve the inflammation. If you use plastic bowls for his food and water, consider switching to ceramic or stainless steel. Plastics have been implicated with allergic reactions.
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Hello. Yes, this does appear to be lip fold dermatitis, but only with a veterinary visit can this be confirmed. It can be due to an allergic response to either diet or inhalant allergens, or it can be due to an infectious agent resulting in mucocutaneous pyoderma. Normally, we would try treating this with a minimum of 4 weeks of antibiotics while applying a steroid/antibacterial/antifungal ointment. At home, make sure water & food dishes are stainless steel or ceramic & not any type of plastic. You can gently clean the area with an antibacterial wipe, such as Hibiclens ( available at all pharmacies ). I would do this each time your pet eats & drinks. If it does not seem to be clearing up, or the condition worsens, please see your veterinarian for follow up care. Thanks for using PetCoach.
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