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annecodyhoover - 25 Jan 2004 03:41 GMT

My cat has in just a few weeks managed to scratch the hair off her lower
back and there are sores. It is not mange and I see her bite it. Any
suggestions? Thanks

Cody

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Karen Chuplis - 25 Jan 2004 03:51 GMT

> My cat has in just a few weeks managed to scratch the hair off her lower
> back and there are sores. It is not mange and I see her bite it. Any
> suggestions? Thanks
>
> Cody

Probably allergies. You should talk with your vet and get her looked at.
When it gets that bad those sores could get infected so you will need some
antibiotics and maybe a steroid shot. You definitely need a plan to find out
what is bothering her.

Karen

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Karen M. - 25 Jan 2004 18:31 GMT

>>My cat has in just a few weeks managed to scratch the hair off her lower
>>back and there are sores. It is not mange and I see her bite it. Any
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> Karen

I second this. Ask your vet to refer you to a dermatologist. They were
wonderful in helping me with my dog, who has the same problem. :)

Karen M

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jamie - 26 Jan 2004 18:56 GMT

>> My cat has in just a few weeks managed to scratch the hair off her lower
>> back and there are sores. It is not mange and I see her bite it. Any
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> antibiotics and maybe a steroid shot. You definitely need a plan to find out
> what is bothering her.

Or might be impacted anal glands. The discomfort can make them bite
and pull hair out of someplace nearby that they can reach. Mine pulled
a bald patch on his thigh when he had that problem several years ago.

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