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Are my cat's bald spots and brown ear marks caused by mites?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered

is this because of ear mites? he has bald spots with brown markings beside his ear if you can’t see. If yes, are there anything else i should do, besides giving him medication?

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Answered By Tomasz Wnuk

Veterinarian

Published on April 8th, 2020

Yes, he may have ear mites or ear canal infection. Cats with ear mites or ear infection usually scratch the ears a lot and they get the bald patches as a result of scratching. The ears should be examined by a vet and then decided what treatment Maru needs. Usually, the treatment is in form of ear drops, that are effective against all type of infections and against mites at the same time.

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