320. When a Perky Nose Turns Out to Be Plasma Cell Pododermatitis in a Cat

Send me a derm question or story through text or voicemail! In this week's episode, we explore an interesting feline case that illustrates why no detail should ever be overlooked. When a "perky nose" complaint actually becomes plasma cell pododermatitis. Using this case as a guide, we highlight how critical it is to go beyond the presenting complaint. A thorough dermatologic exam, combined with a detailed history, can uncover subtle abnormalities that completely change your diagnostic path, treatment plan, and ultimately, patient outcome. It’s a good reminder that even when a diagnosis seems obvious, there could be clinical clues that point you a different direction. We discuss how this case unfolded, what could have been missed with a more limited approach, and practical strategies to ensure you’re consistently gathering complete information in every appointment. References: Declercq J, DeBosschere H. Nasal swelling due to plasma cell infiltrate in a cat without plasma cell pododermatitis. Vet Dermatol. 2010;21:412–414. doi: 10.1111/j.1365-3164.2010.00869.x. Brosseau G. Feline plasma cell pododermatitis. Can Vet J. 2022 May;63(5):545-548. PMID: 35502252; PMCID: PMC9009751. Timestamps 00:00 Intro 03:50 The Swollen Nose 07:02 Deflated Paws 09:12 Biopsy and Diagnosis Confirmation 12:09 Importance of Looking at the Complete History 16:53 Outro

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320. When a Perky Nose Turns Out to Be Plasma Cell Pododermatitis in a Cat is an episode from The Derm Vet Podcast by Ashley Bourgeois, DVM, Dip ACVD.

This episode is 17:55 long.

This episode was published on Apr 16, 2026.

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