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Why is my cat scratching and sneezing? Is it allergies or ringworm?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 10 years and 10 months old

Is this ring worm or her scratching from allergies? She's also sneezing a lot.

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on December 22nd, 2018

This doesn't look like ringworm, it's probably a lesion from her scratching (could be due to fleas or ear problem). if she is sneezing a lot she may be suffering from an upper respiratory infection, this will need antibiotic treatment. you need to take her to the vet the first chance you get.

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