Cat Black Chin Symptoms

Black chin is a common skin disease in cats, also known as feline acne, which can occur on the chin, corners of the mouth, and near the nose. At the beginning, the symptoms may just be a greasy chin and black coal-like substances. However, if left untreated, it can develop into whiteheads, pimples, and even broken or bleeding skin, causing the chin to become red, swollen, and hairless. When the cat feels itchy, it can scratch the skin and damage the hair follicles.

Black chin in cats can be divided into two levels: mild and moderate to severe. Different levels have different symptoms.

Mild Black Chin

In the mild black chin stage, the pores on the cat's chin are just blocked, similar to the blackheads we usually get on our faces. During this period, the cat's chin will have black coal-like substances and pimples, and may have mild redness, hair loss, and other symptoms.

Moderate to Severe Black Chin

In the moderate to severe black chin stage, the excess oil provides sufficient nutrients for the bacteria on the chin to multiply, and the cat's skin immune system is activated. During this period, the cat's chin will have obvious redness, abscesses, and papules. At the same time, the cat will also frequently scratch the red and swollen areas.

Note: If a cat has repeated episodes of black chin, the hair follicles on its chin will be severely damaged, leaving behind scars where the hair will not grow back. If you find that your cat has a chin that doesn't grow hair or has scars, it is recommended to take it to a pet hospital for inspection. Sometimes food allergies or tumors can also cause similar symptoms.