Interdigital inflammation with exudate

The main cause of interdigital inflammation is prolonged exposure to damp environments, which reduces the skin's resistance and leads to secondary bacterial infections. The common symptoms are redness, swelling, and ulceration with pus drainage. Clinical cure refers to the recovery to a healthy state, with no redness or swelling in the interdigital area, and no pain response. After cure, it is necessary to keep the interdigital area dry.

Interdigital Inflammation Symptoms

The common symptom of interdigital inflammation is the appearance of a small nodule in the interdigital or foot area of the dog, initially resembling a pimple but gradually becoming larger. It may contain pus, blood, or both. Some dogs may experience severe swelling, and some may be hesitant to walk due to pain, resulting in a limp. Early symptoms may only manifest as redness of the sole, or the formation of abscesses.

Interdigital Inflammation Treatment

Firstly, for severe interdigital inflammation, dogs can take oral antibiotics such as ampicillin, combined with the use of povidone iodine disinfectant or soaking for 20 minutes and then drying. Secondly, for mild to moderate cases, direct soaking or application of povidone iodine is sufficient. Lastly, for dogs with red and swollen interdigital areas but no broken skin, using a medicated shampoo for a foot bath can help alleviate the symptoms.

Interdigital Inflammation Prevention

Interdigital inflammation of dogs can cause redness, itching, and unpleasant odors, and in severe cases, ulceration and pus drainage. To prevent interdigital inflammation in dogs, consider the following precautions:

1. Keep the dog's toes clean and dry, and dry them promptly after getting wet.
2. If the dog has a small wound on its toes, prevent it from constantly licking and biting the area.
3. Regularly bathe the dog and apply external parasite prevention products to avoid bacterial infections and skin inflammation caused by parasite bites.