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My cat has a skin issue on her neck. Is it an allergy or infection?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Snowshoe | Female | spayed | 1 year and 8 months old | 10 lbs

Skin issue on neck area.

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Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on November 17th, 2017

It looks like she has a skin infection or an allergic dermatitis. You could bathe her with a medicated cat shampoo and see if that helps. Otherwise, she should be examined by a vet for treatment. She may need an antibiotic, anti-histamine, and/or a corticosteroid to treat.

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