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Can this condition affect the owner?
Can this condition affect the owner?
*<font color="white"> Yes. WARN THE OWNER THAT THIS IS A ZOONOTIC DISEASE. ''Sarcoptes scabiei'' is host adapted and is therefore unlikely to flourish on a human host, but it is still capable of causing an irritating rash. This is most commonly found on the hands and arms of the owner, where they come into contact with the dog. In humans, the lesions sometimes take on the appearance of raised tunnels. Immunocompromied people can develop a very severe form of the disease with extensive crusting, known as Norwegian scabies. This is useful to know to help with diagnosis of the animal's condition but do not be tempted to treat the owner! A vet should never advise the owner on this, just as a medical doctor should not treat an animal.</font>
*<font color="white"> Yes. WARN THE OWNER THAT THIS IS A ZOONOTIC DISEASE. ''Sarcoptes scabiei'' is host adapted and is therefore unlikely to flourish on a human host, but it is still capable of causing an irritating rash. This is most commonly found on the hands and arms of the owner, where they come into contact with the dog. In humans, the lesions sometimes take on the appearance of raised tunnels. Immunocompromised people can develop a very severe form of the disease with extensive crusting, known as Norwegian scabies. This is useful to know to help with diagnosis of the animal's condition but do not be tempted to treat the owner! A vet should never advise the owner on this, except to see their GP.</font>
How is this condition treated?
How is this condition treated?
*<font color="white"> Treat the other dog.</font>
*<font color="white"> Treat the other dog.</font>
Why do you think there is a soft, fluctuant swelling on Molly's ear? How is this treated?
*<font color="white"> This is an aural haematoma and is most often seen in conjunction with ear disease. In this case it may be related to trauma as a result of head shaking and scratching. Aural haematomas are best treated surgically.</font>
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