Lillo, Rabbit with alopecia on back

SPECIES: rabbit
BREED: Lionhead
SEX: castrated male
AGE: 11 years
NAME: Lillo

Lillo was brought into the clinic and presented with copious quantities of dandruff flakes and alopecia on his back. 

Collateral examination and treatment plan

A microscopic examination of the whitish crusts was carried out and a diagnosis of Cheyletiella was made.
The area was cleansed and an antiparasitic agent (selamectin), effective against the mite, was applied.
MLS® Laser Therapy was carried out using the M-VET device with the standard handpiece: 9 therapy sessions using the “Alopecia” programme on an area of 90 cm2.

Courtesy of Dr Irene Zanco, Montecchio Veterinary Centre – Vicenza, Italy