Cat scratching ears raw, sneezing. Is it allergies or an infection?

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My cat (6 mo) keeps scratching her ears to the point of skin damage. No fleas found on her. We changed her diet to a different cat food which did not seem to help. I’ve noticed she Sneezes a couple times when I’m at home with her. I’m at a loss because she seems agitated every time she scratches herself. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 6 months and 13 days old | 5 lbs

Dr. Elizabeth · Accepted Answer

I recommend to have Daisy's ear checked for an infection. Yeast, bacteria and ear mites will all cause itchy ears. Allergies can also cause itchy ears. Allergies can be related to food or environmental. Food allergy is best ruled out with a diet trial using a hydrolyzed protein. Environmental allergies are a little more difficult to detect but a response to therapy or a blood test can give an indication. Once you figure out and address the underlying cause, the itching should not come back. There are a couple things you can do at home and they can help but they may not address the underlying cause. You can try adding in an omega 3 fatty acid supplement for pets, this can help improve the skin health. You may also try changing her diet to something like Royal Canin or Nutro as they are aimed at skin health. Also protect the area from trauma by having Daisy wear an elizabethan collar at all times. I hope this helps and please feel free to post any additional questions.

Cat scratching ears raw, sneezing. Is it allergies or an infection?

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