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Plasmacytic Stomatitis on Domestic Shorthair Feline Treated with Laser Therapy

Written by Companion | Jun 11, 2023 6:00:00 PM
Case and Photos courtesy of Linda Smeltzer RVT Alamo Feline Health Center San Antonio, TX  

Problem
Lymphocytic Plasmacytic Stomatitis American Shorthair. Excessive drooling and trouble eating. Very limited response to NSAIDS. 

Procedure 
Class IV Laser Therapy 6 treatment protocol implemented on 5/28/08. (Image 1 pre-laser).  

Laser Settings 
Edema/Swelling and Contaminated Wound. 

Note: Edema/Swelling setting used on initial therapy treatment due to patient testing positive for FIV. 

Outcome 
Patient drooling ceased after initial treatment. Returned to normal appetite. Lesions receded. 

 

 

Presentation

 

Image taken on 6/18/08 after six laser sessions