My cats have strange, painful scab-like tags on their backs. What is it?

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She has had scab like tags on her spin for a couple months. Now her little boy has also developed them. Fur seems to grow through them. When I’ve been able to pull them out it orange / pink like. Sticky. No blood, but obviously cause pain when touched. i have an appointment with a vet in a couple days, just looking for a direction to try and see what this might be before we go. Than k you! Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Female | spayed | 2 years and 2 months old | 8 lbs

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

Almost 100% of the time, scabs along the back of a cat is due to a flea hypersensitivity. I would say this is more likely if more than one cats is involved. Cats do not have to go outdoors to get fleas. So, if you don't have them on a good quality flea prevention then this is likely to be the cause. You don't always see fleas on them. Here is a link to an article about skin issues in cats: ( https://www.purina.co.uk/cats/health-and-nutrition/symptoms-to-watch-out-for/cat-skin-problems ) The other most likely option would be a bacterial or fungal infection of the skin. I'm sure your vet will be able to sort this out for you. Hope this helps. Best wishes.

My cats have strange, painful scab-like tags on their backs. What is it?

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