LASER TREATMENT IN DOG LAB DISEASE


Dog abacus disease is a skin disease characterized by recurrent painful swellings, abscesses and inflammations that leave scars over time, occurring in the folds of the skin (such as the armpit, groin, and under the chest). As this disease progresses, inflamed paths (sinus tracts) form under the skin and seriously reduce the quality of life of patients. Although various drugs and surgical methods are used in the treatment of this disease today, laser treatment has become an increasingly preferred method.

Laser Therapy 

Laser treatment targets inflamed areas under the skin using light energy and can positively affect the course of the disease. The basic effects of laser applications are as follows:

It slows down the progression of the disease by destroying the hair follicles.
It reduces inflammation and swelling.
It can prevent the recurrence of abscesses by shrinking the sinus tracts under the skin.
It can reduce the visibility of the scars caused by the disease.


CARBON DIOXIDE (CO2) LASER
CO2 laser is a method used in the advanced stages of the disease and provides effective results. This laser destroys inflamed tissues by vaporizing the upper layer of the skin. It can be effective in stopping the progression of the disease, especially by helping to open the sinus tracts under the skin.

Benefits of CO2 laser:

It offers an alternative method to surgery in advanced stage patients.
It helps to clean abscesses with less tissue damage.
It can reduce scars and skin hardening.


IPL (INTENSIVE PULSE LIGHT) LASER
Intense Pulse Light (IPL) treatment is a method that slows down the progression of canine mole disease by targeting the hair follicles. IPL prevents the proliferation of bacteria by creating heat in the hair follicles and can reduce the risk of recurrence of the disease.

Advantages of IPL laser:

It helps to destroy hair follicles.
It reduces inflammation under the skin and reduces swelling.
It is a painless and fast-applicable treatment method.


ND:YAG LASER
Nd:YAG laser is a technology that can penetrate deeper into the skin surface. This method can change the course of the disease by reaching the inflamed tissues under the skin. Studies have shown that Nd:YAG laser reduces the frequency of recurrence of abscesses and relieves complaints in patients.

Benefits of Nd:YAG laser:

It reduces the sinus tracts by affecting the deeper layers of the skin.
It can slow down the progression of the disease when used in the early stages.
It can help reduce painful nodules and abscesses.


ALEXANDRITE LASER
Alexandrite laser is a method generally used in aesthetic dermatology, and can also provide positive results in the treatment of canine mammary disease. It can slow down the progression of the disease by specifically targeting the hair follicles.

Benefits of Alexandrite laser:

It reduces the inflammation process by destroying the hair follicles. The destruction of hair follicles, which play an important role in the development of the disease, can reduce the likelihood of nodules and abscesses recurring.
It can prevent the progression of the disease in the early stages. When used in the initial stages of the disease, it can prevent the spread of lesions and make them milder.
It offers a less painful treatment process. Alexandrite laser can be less painful than some other laser methods and can offer a comfortable option for patients.
It leaves minimal damage on the skin surface. Controlled use of this laser can help lighten the scars caused by the disease.
Laser treatment is an increasingly used method in the management of canine mammary disease. It can be especially effective in reducing recurrent abscesses, sinus tracts and scars. However, the doctor should evaluate which patients are suitable for laser treatment. Early application can play an important role in stopping the progression of the disease.