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Areas affected are those the cat can access most easily, including the abdomen, legs, flank, and chest. [2] Baldness, usually beginning with the abdomen. [1] Obvious over-grooming (although some cats may only engage in the behavior in the absence of owners). [1] Redness, rashes, pus, scabs on the bald area or areas traumatized by over-grooming. [1]
“Signs that scalp scabs may be related to an infection or underlying health condition include persistent itch, redness, pus, hair loss, or lack of response to over-the-counter treatments ...
The cat must have a supply of niacin, as cats cannot convert tryptophan into niacin. [5] However, diets high in corn and low in protein can result in skin lesions and scaly, dry, greasy skin with hair loss. [5] A deficiency of the B vitamin biotin causes hair loss around the eyes and face. [1]
Information on a cat's tendency towards obsessive compulsive disorders, anxiety, fear, and over-attachment to its owner is highly advantageous for diagnosis and treatment. Wherever possible, cases of feline hyperesthesia syndrome should be referred to a specialist in feline behaviour for a secondary opinion.
They may cause symptoms, sickness or the death of the animal. Some diseases are symptomatic in one cat but asymptomatic in others. Feline diseases are often opportunistic and tend to be more serious in cats that already have concurrent sicknesses. Some of these can be treated and the animal can have a complete recovery.
The final type of hair on a cat is called guard hairs. These are the longest hairs on a cat (and on some cats, they can be quite long ) as well as the most strongly pigmented.
[2] In this case, treatment may begin with clinical drainage of the pustules and a course of oral antibiotics. [2] Clearing the acne can be accomplished using an extra-soft bristled toothbrush or flea comb (one designated for this purpose) to brush the cat's chin. This will loosen debris and remove dried scabs.
Sleeping close to their owner’s head can indicate that a cat feels safest near them. Since cats are most vulnerable while sleeping, this behavior shows they trust their owner to protect them. 4.