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Cat has red chin, hair loss. Is it feline acne? Should I see a vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | neutered | 3 years and 1 month old | 7 lbs

He has had mild feline acne before on his chin, but never red with hair loss like this before. Is this still feline acne? It doesn’t seem to bother him or be painful, he is still eating and acting normally. Does this warrant a trip to the vet? Thank you!

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Answered By Rodrigo Roca, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on October 9th, 2017

Hello, that does look suspicious for feline acne. Although, other skin infections can should still be consider. That can also be an area of skin infection or ring worm. If if continues to spread, or if Bo develops itchiness or discharge from the area, then you should have it evaluated soon. Best of luck and hope this helps.

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    Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

    Veterinarian

    Published on January 21st, 2018

    From the picture you provided (King is so cute!) the area under his chin does look a little bit red, but not enough that I would immediately suspect feline acne. Keep in mind as well that without seeing him in person, I can't say for certain, so taking him into the vet to have the area checked out would be best. I would have him seen sometime this week. Good luck, I hope this helps!

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