Changes

In acquired alopecia, the clinical signs are influenced by the cause. The alopecia can be '''localised, multifocal, symmetric or generalised'''.

In acquired alopecia, the clinical signs are influenced by the cause. The alopecia can be '''localised, multifocal, symmetric or generalised'''.

Inflammatory changes such as: '''lichenification, hyperpigmentation, erythema, scaling and pruritus''' are common. Some causes of alopecia predispose animals to developing '''secondary skin diseases''' such as bacterial pyoderma or [[seborrhoea]].

Inflammatory changes such as: '''lichenification, hyperpigmentation, erythema, scaling and pruritus''' are common. Some causes of alopecia predispose animals to developing '''secondary skin diseases''' such as bacterial pyoderma or [[Seborrhea|seborrhoea]].

In '''endocrine disorders''', the pattern of loss is symmetrical, often in wear areas first, and pruritus is not generally present.

In '''endocrine disorders''', the pattern of loss is symmetrical, often in wear areas first, and pruritus is not generally present.