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Why is my cat losing hair around her eye with discharge and bumps?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

My cat has hair loss around her eye and discharge but left it alone todaymy cat turned her head and saw more hairloss on her neck and 2 yellow bumps

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Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on June 10th, 2015

There are a multiple things that can cause hairloss in cats including bacterial infections, fungal infections (ringworm), allergies, mites, and fleas. She should be examined by a vet to determine the cause and treatment. Your vet may need to do some diagnostic tests to diagnose the problem.

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