Cutaneous epitheliotropic T‐cell lymphoma in a sugar glider (<i>Petaurus breviceps</i>)

    December 2024 in “ Veterinary Dermatology ”
    Piercarlo Amati, Carla Dedola, Roberta Demontis, Chiara Brachelente
    TLDR A sugar glider had a rare skin cancer that worsened despite treatment, highlighting the need for thorough checks in exotic pets.
    A 3-year-old male sugar glider exhibited pruritus and alopecia, with skin biopsies diagnosing cutaneous epitheliotropic T-cell lymphoma, a rare condition in this species. Despite treatment, the condition deteriorated, resulting in the glider's death. This case underscores the necessity of comprehensive diagnostic evaluations in exotic pets.
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