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Atopic dermatitis in cats (AZS) – effective biological treatment
Introduction
Atopic dermatitis (AD) in cats is a chronic inflammatory skin disease with an immunological basis. Its symptoms are often confused with food or parasitic allergies, which makes diagnosis difficult. The condition leads to itching, chronic skin inflammation and secondary infections.
Symptoms of atopic dermatitis in cats:
- increased itching and scratching,
- skin redness and chronic ear infections,
- excessive licking (mainly of the abdomen and limbs),
- localised hair loss, skin flaking,
- recurrent bacterial and fungal infections.
Standard treatment
To date, anti-inflammatory drugs (corticosteroids, cyclosporine), elimination diets and topical preparations have been used. These therapies alleviate symptoms, but do not always produce lasting effects, and long-term treatment with steroids is associated with the risk of adverse effects.
Modern biological therapies
Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs)
MSCs modulate the immune system and reduce abnormal inflammatory responses in the skin. When administered subcutaneously, they reduce itching, improve skin condition and reduce relapses. This is one of the most promising methods of treating chronic AD in cats.
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PRP – platelet-rich plasma
PRP supports skin regeneration, improves microcirculation and reduces inflammation. It can be used as a supportive therapy, especially in cats with chronic dermatological conditions.
Therapy IL-1
In severe cases of AD, where inflammatory processes predominate, IL-1 therapy helps to reduce the severity of symptoms and improves the patient's quality of life.
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Step-by-step approach
- Stage 1 – mild skin changes: PRP to support healing processes and improve skin condition.
- Stage 2 – chronic AD: MSC to modulate the immune response and reduce relapses.
- Stage 3 – severe and refractory cases: IL-1 in combination with supportive therapies.
Summary
Atopic dermatitis in cats is a disease that requires a comprehensive approach. Standard treatment controls the symptoms, but only biological therapies – MSC, PRP and IL-1 – can significantly reduce the severity of the disease, limit relapses and improve the cat's quality of life.
FAQ
AD is a chronic condition, but it can be effectively managed with biologic therapies.
Yes – autologous MSCs collected from the patient are used, which minimises the risk of complications.
Yes – it supports regeneration and reduces inflammation, especially in chronic lesions.
In severe, recurrent inflammatory conditions that do not respond to other treatments.
