Why is my cat scratching her neck and ear? Fleas or infection?

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Hi, my cat Bella has been scratching both sides of her neck and in her right ear frequently today. She hasn't used any flea/tick productions for a month now and has never had any issues until now. Should I be concerned? Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Female | spayed | 1 year and 5 months old | 7.5 lbs

Laura Johnson VMD · Accepted Answer

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Bella likely has an ear infection at least in her right ear and maybe her left since she is scratching that side. Ear infections and scratching the skin can be a sign of allergies. Food or environmental allergens can be the underlying cause. Ear infections are most likely from an overgrowth of yeast or bacteria and rarely at Bella's age ear mites. I do recommend making an appointment with your Vet to have her ears and skin looked at. The Vet will take a sample of the wax from both ears and look at it under the microscope to determine if yeast, bacteria or ear mites are the cause of her infection. They they will prescribe an ear wash and medicated drops to be applied to her ears. They may also give her steroids to relieve the generalized scratching. I hope this helps and I wish Bella a speedy recovery!

Why is my cat scratching her neck and ear? Fleas or infection?

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