Rabbit Medicine and Surgery Q&A 18
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What condition is seen in this rabbit? | Plantar pododermatitis (‘sore hocks’), a chronic, ulcerative, granulomatous dermatitis of the plantar surface of the metatarsals. It is sometimes also seen on the volar surface of the metacarpals. |
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List the predisposing factors to the development of this condition |
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How would you treat it? |
Resolution may be difficult to achieve and the prognosis is guarded if osteomyelitis is present. |
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