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If a cat keeps itching at their neck and causes the fur to go and theirs a red sore. What can I do we are self isolating. she’s had the issue come and go for years apparently we have only had her for several months and noticed it.
Updated On March 19th, 2020
Pet's info: Cat | American Longhair | Female | 7 years and 2 months old
Answered By Dr. Elizabeth 118
Veterinarian
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Those spots on Bella could be several things including fleas, allergies, skin mites, bacterial infection, ringworm (which humans can get) or endocrine disease. There are a couple things you can do at home and they can help but they may not address the underlying cause. You can try adding in an omega 3 fatty acid supplement for cats, this can help improve the skin health. You may also try changing her diet to something like Royal Canin or Nutro as they are aimed at skin health. You can wash the lesions once a day with a hypoallergenic baby wipe (not her whole body, just the lesions). Also protect the area from trauma by having your kitty wear an elizabethan collar at all times. You can also treat her for fleas. The only OTC I recommend is Frontline. If the lesions do not start improving within a week or if they are getting worse, have her examined by the veterinarian. I hope this helps and please feel free to post any additional questions.
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