Why isn't my cat's chin acne clearing up after treatment?

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My cat has cat acne on his chin.i using chlorhyxidine to wash his chin and every 12 hrs using benzoyl peroxide gel for him, it's been 2 weeks right now! Nothing change only i can wash the blackheads easier than before,it is like wax and i can take it like paper. how long does cat acne take to clear up? Pet's info: Cat | Persian | Male | neutered | 5 years and 10 months old | 8.1571 lbs

Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA · Accepted Answer

I would have Barf examined by a vet. Sometimes they need a round of oral or topical antibiotics to help it clear up. Also, make sure all food and water bowls are non-porous materials, stainless steel is best, and wash them daily. This article is a good summary: https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/chin-acne-in-cats Some cats never quite clear it up, though.

Why isn't my cat's chin acne clearing up after treatment?

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