Causes and Treatments for Cat Acne

The exact cause of cat acne has not yet been identified, but the situation that causes acne is largely divided into several. Plastic tableware often causes food to get on the cat's chin, or acne occurs due to stress, immune system problems, or poor grooming habits. The cat's acne looks like a small abscess and appears with hard crumbs. In general, pus is full, hair loss is formed, and the chin is swollen. At this time, it is often spread over a larger area because it is accompanied by itching and sometimes the jaw is swollen. Secondary bacterial infections can also occur, so acne should be prevented in advance and carefully.

Cat Acne Symptoms

Cat acne symptoms can appear in a variety of symptoms depending on the severity.

• Hair loss (alopecia)
• Acne area red and swollen
• Hard bumps or scabs form
• In severe cases, blood and pus come out.

Causes of Cat Acne

Plastic tableware

Plastic tableware is easier for bacteria to propagate than other glass or ceramic tableware, and chemicals in the plastic can cause allergies, so using tableware made of glass, ceramics, or stainless steel is good for preventing acne.

Many hormones in hair follicles (excessive sebum secretion)

Cats secrete a lot of hormones on their chins, and when sebum or dead skin cells are secreted, and the pores are clogged, acne occurs. So, in the case of cats with a lot of sebum or dead skin cells, acne often occurs, so you need to take good care of them. (aka chin acne)

Lack of grooming

Acne can also develop if your cat is not groomed often. If your cat is older, has arthritis, or has a hard time moving, she may develop acne due to less frequent grooming.

The food is not suitable for cats

If acne develops after a recent cat food change, you may be suspicious of the cat's food. Therefore, changing the food once and comparing it can be one way to prevent acne. Some foods are not suitable for cats and may cause acne.

Resolution

1. Replace with porcelain, stainless steel or glass tableware.
2. Wipe the pimple area with warm water or tea.
3. Wash the chin area lightly with shampoo
4. In severe cases, visit a veterinary hospital

Acne is a disease that can be improved, but perfect 'healing' is difficult. To relieve symptoms, seborrheic shampoos or gels containing benzoyl peroxide at a concentration of less than 3% are usually used. First, there is a way to replace tableware, and when the above method is difficult, simply treat acne as if you disinfect the area with warm water or tea. In addition to that, it is also recommended to change the food or treats and clean the surrounding environment if you suspect mites or pollen allergies. In severe cases, it is recommended that you visit a veterinary hospital.