Dog Pemphigus Foliaceus Symptom & Treatment Tracker
Pemphigus foliaceus is a rare autoimmune skin disease, and flares can come and go with the seasons or medication changes. PetHealthLog helps you record crusts, pustules, and immunosuppressant doses so you and your vet can see the bigger picture.
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Why autoimmune skin flares are hard to track
Crusting and scaling can shift between the nose, ear flaps, and paw pads from week to week, making it hard to judge whether things are improving.
Immunosuppressant protocols are often tapered slowly, and it is easy to lose track of which dose matched which flare.
Without dated photos and notes, recall at recheck appointments tends to be vague, which makes dose decisions harder for your vet.
What the tracker actually does
Lesion location map
Mark which body areas show crusts or pustules each day so you can spot patterns over time.
Photo timeline
Attach dated photos of affected skin to compare flare severity across weeks.
Medication log
Record immunosuppressant names, doses, and taper steps with reminder alerts.
Flare notes
Jot down possible triggers like sun exposure, stress, or season alongside each entry.
Recheck export
Generate a clean summary of doses, photos, and flares to share at vet appointments.
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Get started in under a minute
- Create a profile for your dog and add the pemphigus diagnosis along with current medications.
- Each day, mark affected areas on the body map and attach a photo if a flare is visible.
- Bring the exported summary to each recheck so your vet can adjust the taper with real data.
Frequently asked questions
- Can this app diagnose pemphigus in my dog?
- No. Pemphigus is diagnosed by a veterinarian through skin biopsy and lab work. The app only helps you log and organize what you observe.
- What should I photograph for a flare?
- Dated close-ups of crusts, pustules, or scaling on the nose, ears, and paw pads help show change over time, but interpretation is up to your vet.
- Can I track a slow steroid taper?
- Yes. You can log each dose and taper step with reminders so the schedule stays consistent between visits.
- Is the app really free?
- Yes, core symptom and medication tracking is free, and no account is required to start.
- Should I change my dog's medication based on the logs?
- Never adjust immunosuppressants on your own. Always consult your veterinarian before changing any dose or treatment plan.
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