My cat's acne is worsening despite cleaning. Is it serious or deadly?

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I recently had a cat die from unknown causes who had severe feline acne and lost fur on almost half his body. Now my youngest cat's acne is getting worse by the day, despite my cleaning it and changing his bowls. Should I be scared his acne is deadly? Pet's info: Cat | Persian | Male | neutered | 3 years and 10 months old

Laura Johnson VMD · Accepted Answer

Hi, thanks for using PetCoach! I am so sorry about your other cat! I have never heard of feline chin acne being deadly, so I would have to assume there was something else going on with your other cat. I think because this is a repetitive issue with your cats you should see a Vet. It looks like chin acne but it could also be ringworm or mites. If changing his bowls to metal didn't help it could be a food allergy. Chicken is the most common protein allergen. Consider changing him to all fish or venison. I would recommend antibiotics if ringworm isn't cultured and he doesn't have mites. I would try the shampoo in the link provided locally on his chin 2-3 times per week to flush out the follicles as well. I hope this helps and I wish Rascal the best! http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=21564

My cat's acne is worsening despite cleaning. Is it serious or deadly?

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