My cat has a rash, red scabs, and hair loss. What should I do?

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Hi, my cat has a rash on her back right hip. It has a series of tiny red scabs. The area seems to be sensitive and her fur is noticeably thinner there. What should I do? Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 2 years and 11 months old | 8 lbs

Destini R. Holloway, DVM · Accepted Answer

This sounds very suspicious of either a flea allergy or a condition called eosinophilic granuloma complex or eosinophilic plaques. This condition is a hypersensitivity reaction that is diagnosed with a good examination and sometimes biopsy of the skin. It can be treated for with medications prescribed by your veterinarian, so it is best to get Minerva seen right away before it starts to spread to other parts of the body, causing more discomfort for her. Here is a website article that talks about this condition in cats http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&S=0&C=0&A=656

My cat has a rash, red scabs, and hair loss. What should I do?

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