Why is my cat losing hair above her eye? Is it normal shedding?

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My cat has a small patch of fur above her left eye that’s thinning out. She turned 1 in April, she’s a Russian blue, she’s eating and drinking fine and using her litter box normally. Should I be concerned or is it just extra summer shedding? Pet's info: Cat | Russian Blue | Female | unspayed | 1 year and 3 months old

Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

This presentation could be due to a trauma or localized spot of skin infection (likely to be caused by bacteria). There is some redness underneath the fur, which may indicate an inflammation and not only a physiological shedding. A check up, appropriate disinfection and possibly antibiotics (oral, topical or in a shampoo formulation) are needed to solve the problem. Disinfection may be started at home with very diluted hibiscrub or betadine or salted water baths (be careful not to touch the eye with any of these solutions). Buster collar may be useful as well to avoid any scratching (if any). Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further. If this answer was helpful please let us know, this will be used to improve our service!

Why is my cat losing hair above her eye? Is it normal shedding?

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