Cat's chin has red pimples

Pimples on a cat's chin may be caused by factors such as furunculosis, fungal infection, or mite infestation. If the pimples are caused by furunculosis, the owner needs to improve the cat's diet, avoid feeding the cat too oily food, clean the cat's chin, and give the cat antibiotics for treatment. If the pimples are caused by infection with fungi or mites, it is best to take the cat to the hospital for examination and then purchase drugs for treatment.

Causes of Cat Furunculosis

1. Cat furunculosis is caused by endocrine disorders. It can occur on the cat's jaw, tail, nipples, and limbs. 2. The symptoms of furunculosis mainly manifest as hair loss and thinning at the affected area, darkening of the skin, accompanied by redness and swelling, occasional odor, small black dots at the root of the hair, and easy hair breakage.

Symptoms of Cat Furunculosis

Cat furunculosis is generally caused by mites, fungi, or bacteria. Clinical symptoms mainly include blackheads, acne, scratching, biting, local or generalized hair loss, damaged hair growth, redness, swelling, and pain around the hair follicles. Treatment mainly consists of symptomatic treatment based on the cause, regular parasite prevention and health care, and enhancing the skin's own protective barrier.

Treatment of Cat Furunculosis

Furunculosis is a purulent skin disease that occurs around the hair follicles. Most of the time, it is caused by excessive sebum secretion. The skin shows many small black dots that resemble coal dust. Over time, it can cause hair loss and inflammation. Therefore, once furunculosis is discovered, it should be treated promptly. Daily cleaning and care should also be done well. Depending on the severity of the furunculosis, some anti-inflammatory ointments can be chosen. It is better to go to the hospital for a diagnosis and then treat accordingly.