Balanoposthitis
| Balanoposthitis | |
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| Specialty | Urology  |
Balanoposthitis is an inflammation of the glans penis and the prepuce.
Causes
In dogs, balanoposthitis is caused by a disruption in the integumentary system, such as a wound or intrusion of a foreign body.[1] A dog with this condition behaves normally, with the exception of excessive licking at the prepuce, and a yellow green, pus-like discharge is usually present. [1]
In sheep (rams/wethers), ulcerative enzootic balanoposthitis is caused by the Corynebacterium renale group (C. renale, C. pilosum & C. cystidis). It is also known as "pizzle rot".
For the condition in bulls, caused by a virus see Bovine herpesvirus 1.
References
- ^ a b "Diseases of the Male Reproductive System, VM 552 SAM Urogential System". College of Veterinary Medicine, Washington State University. 2007-07-26. Retrieved 2008-06-18.
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