In this episode of Your Vet Wants You to Know, Dr. Brittany Lancelotti, a board-certified veterinary dermatologist, discusses discoid lupus erythematosus (DLE) in dogs with fellow veterinary dermatologist Dr. Alicia Webb-Milum. They explore the symptoms, causes, and diagnosis of DLE, using a case study of Jack, a German Shepherd suffering from the disease. They also cover the steps to diagnose DLE, including cytology and biopsy, and discuss effective treatment plans and the importance of sun protection. The episode concludes with Scratching the Itch, highlighting the Los Angeles-based nonprofit Food on Foot, which assists unhoused and low-income neighbors with meals, clothing, and life-skills training. Episode Page with Transcript and Additional Content: https://www.yourvetwantsyoutoknow.com/dle Find a dermatologist: https://www.yourvetwantsyoutoknow.com/resources Food on Foot: https://www.foodonfoot.org/ Connect with Your Vet! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourvetwantsyoutoknow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourvetwantsyoutoknow Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourvetwantsyoutoknow

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