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Why is my cat losing hair from overgrooming and has scabs on her chin?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Female | spayed

My cat Lilly has been grooming her self so much to the point that she is losing her hair. And she has a couple scans under her chin as if she has been scratching there a lot. Could you help me figure out what’s wrong with her?

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Answered By Dr. Dayna, DVM, CVA

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Published on May 29th, 2018

I am sorry to hear that Lilly isn’t quite herself. The scans under the chin could be feline acne, which is commonly associated with environmental or food allergies. The over grooming could be due to allergies as well, or even fleas, mites, ringworm or other skin infections. I would highly encourage you to have her evaluated by your veterinarian soon. She will likely need antibiotics for her chin and then you and your veterinarian can discuss the different options for over grooming. Best of luck and I hope she improves soon. Thank you for using Pet Coach.

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