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Is my cat's damaged fur a sign of illness or a medical issue?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Russian Blue | Female

Are damaged hairs of cat dangerous for health?

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on May 5th, 2018

I would not say it is dangerous but it could be a medical condition that requires treatment. there are many causes of damaged hairs in cats such as fungal infection, bacterial infection, external parasites and allergies.

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