It’s extremely disheartening for cat owners to see their beloved meow in pain and discomfort due to skin diseases.
Skin problems are common in stray, communal, and neglected cats. Most of the skin problems in cats are contagious (spread by contact between the infected and susceptible cats). Therefore, isolation is one of the major ways to combat the spread of diseases.
What are the signs and symptoms of skin diseases in cats?
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The clinical signs presented by cats vary depending on the primary cause, severity, immunity, age, sex, and physiological state of the cat.
Scratching
Alopecia or bald skin areas
Dandruff
Swellings or lumps on the skin
Reddened skin areas
Pyoderma
Bad smell
Thickening of the skin
Fever
Loss of weight
Matted hair
Excessive hair shedding
Rough hair coat
Excessive self-grooming
What are the common skin conditions or diseases in cats?
Mange
Fungal infection
Flea allergy dermatitis
Warts
Cancers
Allergies
Injuries
Sunburns
Eosinophilic granuloma
Endocrine dermatosis
Stud tail
Bacterial infections
Viral infections
Autoimmune disorders
Cushing disease
What are the predisposing factors for skin diseases in cats?
Young and old age
Any underlying disease condition
Poor hygiene
Hormonal imbalances
Nutritional deficiencies
Pregnancy
Poor quality of bathing shampoo
Over or under-bathing
Stress
Inbreeding
How to prevent skin diseases in cats
Regular bathing using medicated shampoo recommended by your vet doctor
Proper feeding
Desexing (castration and spaying)
Proper hygiene
Vaccinate against vaccinatable diseases
Regular application of anti-parasitic pour-on
Regular grooming is needed to remove dandruff and old, and broken hair.
How to treat skin diseases in cats?
First, establish the primary cause and select the right drug to be given. The drugs used include:
Antifungals
Antibiotics
Corticosteroids
Anticytokine
Antihistamines
Antiparasitics
Surgical excision of cancerous lumps
Cryotherapy for warts
Hormonal therapy.
The prognosis for most of the skin diseases is good if attended to immediately; therefore, do not leave your beloved cat to suffer; urgently seek veterinary care.
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