My cat has hair loss, scratching, and crusty spots. Is it mange?

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can someone advise--is this mange? (Pics available). Significant hair thinning & loss. Scratching, crusty spots, lpinpoint lesions, mostly along back. Animal otherwise fairly content. Sleeps a lot. Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Mediumhair | Female | spayed | 4 lbs

Jenny, DVM · Accepted Answer

I would not be worried about this being mange. In that location I would worry about an allergy ether to something in the environment or fleas. I would have your vet check her to see what medication can be given to stop her from scratching and allow the hair to regrow

My cat has hair loss, scratching, and crusty spots. Is it mange?

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