My cat has a recurring skin infection. Mites, fungi, or immune system?

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I thought my cat has parasite infection but other veterinarian said they had fungi infection. I used betazole cream for the scar and bath them with antifungalantibacterial shampo twice a week I start using antifungal shampo 2weaks ago but in the small kitten the infection reapear again So is it because their immune system and if i give them some antibiotic it will help them to fight the infection or not Thank you and i will appreciate any extra information to differentiate between mite and fungi. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 7 years and 2 months old | 5 lbs

Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

To differentiate mite and fungal infection, a skin scrape and hair plugs and culture are necessary. First of all the underlying cause MUST be diagnosed. After that the appropriate treatment can be given. It is quite useless and pointless to give treatment trial up to the point (if you reach that point!) the skin lesion is resolved. I would recommend to discuss it with your local veterinarian. Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

My cat has a recurring skin infection. Mites, fungi, or immune system?

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