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Feline Acne
Chronic skin condition of cats affecting the chin and lip margins with clogged hair follicles.
Key Facts
- Clogged follicles (comedones) on chin, may develop abscesses
- Cause unknown but may involve virus, excess sebum production
- Associated conditions: allergies, EGC, ringworm, Demodex, pemphigus
- Switch plastic food bowls to metal/glass/ceramic (plastic harbors bacteria)
- Treatment: antiseptic cleaning, antibiotics if infected, sometimes steroids
- Chronic disease with recurring outbreaks
- Helping keep chin clean may reduce recurrence