USE OF PHOTOBIOMODULATION AS A FORM OF ADJUVANT TREATMENT IN FELINES WITH SPOROTRICHOSIS
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https://doi.org/10.56238/arev8n1-056Keywords:
Sporotrichosis, Cats, PhotobiomodulationAbstract
Due to the exponential growth of felines diagnosed with sporotrichosis in the state of Espírito Santo, as it is a zoonosis of great importance in public health, this study emerged as a way of quantifying the number of animals with the disease, observing the traditional treatment with antifungals. exclusives is already showing resistance. Objective – The objective of this study was to verify the therapeutic response of photobiomodulation associated with traditional therapies in felines with sporotrichosis, without changing the dosage of medications. Animals - 43 felines already diagnosed with sporotrichosis (Sporotrix spp.) were selected, treated in the dermatology sector in clinics and veterinary offices in Espírito Santo, presenting ulcerated, papulo-nodular lesions and intense itching. Method – As a treatment methodology with photobiomodulation, red light was chosen, at a power of two joules, due to its healing action and antiseptic effect, as all patients had already undergone drug treatment between 6 months and 2 years, without success. Results – As a result, it was confirmed that all animals showed wound healing in a few sessions, ranging from 2 to 6 with an average of 3.4 sessions (median of 3 sessions), thus promoting faster clinical healing of sporotrichosis and thus reducing the time of drug treatment. Conclusion – It is concluded that photobiomodulation helps in faster clinical improvement in patients with sporotrichosis, without side effects for the patient.
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