Seborrhea

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                      General Information



Sebum is a normal product of certain skin glands.  In seborrhea,

excessive sebum is produced and appears as dry, light-colored

flakes in the hair coat or as greasy, waxy scales on the skin

and hair.  Because sebum is a fatty material, it becomes rancid

and causes a strong coat odor.



Seborrhea may occur as a disease by itself (primary seborrhea) or

result from an underlying disease (secondary seborrhea).  While

secondary seborrhea often clears up when the underlying disease

is cured, primary seborrhea is a chronic disease that may be

controlled but not cured.  The cause of primary seborrhea is

unknown.



                 Important Points in Treatment



1.  Anti-seborrheic shampoos must be used on a regular basis to

    remove accumulated sebum, prevent skin irritation and control

    odor.



2.  Treatment must be tailored to the individual patient.  Please

    call the doctor if you cannot give any medicine prescribed.



3.  Diet:  Follow the instructions checked.



    ____Feed the normal diet.



    ____A special diet is required.  Feed as follows:





4.  Activity:  No restrictions are necessary unless your pet's

    skin is quite inflamed.  Then your pet should be confined

    until the condition improves.



5.  Neutering:  In some cases, surgical sterilization (spay or

    castration) helps decrease sebum production.  The doctor will

    advise you if this would help your pet.



        Notify the Doctor if Any of the Following Occur:



    * Your pet's skin becomes more inflamed.



    * Your pet's discomfort is not relieved.



    * Your pet's general health changes.