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Sent to Cat Experts August 29 2006 at 8:52 AM
   

Hi..... My mom has a cat with open scabs all over its body that irritates him. What could this be?

 

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August 29 2006 at 1:52 PM (4 hours and 59 minutes and 12 seconds later)
         
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In all likelihood, this is flea dermatitis. I would treat the kitty with Frontline or Revolution and it should clear up in a couple of weeks. You can also get a product called Microtek Spray that will help heal and sooth her skin. You can order it online at www.revivalanimal.com or it is carried in many pet supply stores also. Please let me know if I can assist further.

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September 4 2006 at 8:46 AM (5 days and 18 hours later)
         
Reply to Lori's Post: The cat does not have flees. The cay stays in house at all times. Is there any other answers to this problem. Suz
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September 4 2006 at 3:11 PM (6 hours and 25 minutes and 6 seconds later)
         
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Hi Suz-

It could be military dermatitis or a food allergy. Here is a link to information on military dermatitis. http://www.pethealth101.com/arthritis_and_joint/fattyacid.shtml - you should be aware also, that just because a pet does not go outside or because you do not see fleas, does not mean they do not have them. Cats that have flea allergies are extremely good at removing fleas from their bodies and putting her on a monthly flea treatment such as Revolution may solve the problem totally. Otherwise, you can try changing her to a non cornbased diet such as Felidae, Innova or Wellness. Adding the Omega 3 Fatty Acids to food as described above may also be beneficial. If none of these suggestions help, you need to take her into the vet for a skin scraping so a definitive diagnosis can be made. Good luck!



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