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My Chesapeake Bay Retriever Has Developed Pink Spots On Her Nose That Have Now Turned White. …
My Chesapeake Bay Retriever has developed pink spots on her nose that have now turned white. I am told that it is Vitiligo. Are there any known cures for this??
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are there any cures foe Vitiligo ?
Hello,
It is not possible to diagnose accurately (or ethically responsibly) via a photo. All abnormal lumps, bumps, and skin changes should be seen by your vet and if your vet recommends a veterinary dermatologist. Certainly vitiligo is a possible diagnosis but I wouldn’t want to misinterpret the photo because it is only one dimensional and we don’t know anything else about your dog. If your vet thinks it is vitiligo I have not heard of a cure or treatment. You have to be careful with sun exposure as the non pigmented skin is much more susceptible to burning and carcinoma (skin cancer just like in people) can occur. Please see your vet. The best way to diagnose any lesion is with an in person exam and biopsy/histopath. Please let us know what happens. I hope everything ends up being benign.
The vitiligo (the white spots on Chassie’s nose) are not raised ,inflamed,or open. Is there a sunscreen that could be suggested to put on Chassie’s nose that will not be harmful due to licking?