What might be causing the sores? The vet has ruled out fleas and mites, etc, and seems to think it is allergies. But nothing we do makes it better. It just keeps getting worse, and this latest sore stays raw and festering. I don't know what to do to help it to heal.
2006-12-14 11:15:29 · 12 answers · asked by whosonfirst 2 in Pets ➔ Cats
If your vet thinks that this is caused by allergies then he needs to come up with a treatment plan. You probably need to change your cat's food to something he won't react to. You may have to experiment with foods with different ingredients to see what makes a difference, if you can find a food with lamb that may be a good bet. But it could also be possible that your cat is allergic to rice, wheat, corn, or soy so keep that in mind as well. You also need to do something to alleviate your cats' suffering. Get your vet to prescribe an antihistamine and an antibiotic. The most important thing is that you don't give up. Keep an eye on the sore and keep your vet informed as to whether or not it gets bigger or smaller.
2006-12-14 12:40:04 · answer #1 · answered by Sandy D 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get her one of those funny collars and I'm wondering if she's allergic to something, change her diet and clean all of her bedding and use a baby soap and just a little bit but use hot water on her pillows and bedding. Rinse her dishes really well so there is no soap residue left, she could be allergic. Also have her checked for ring worm that can cause her to poke at herself. Since it's not fleas or mites it might allergies or ring worm a fungus so you'll really have to keep everyting clean around her. When and if you find out what is causing it I'd love to know.. I hope your cat gets well soon. and ask the vet for a collar that goes right over her head that way she can't get at the sore. Good luck and health wishes to you and your cat.
2006-12-14 11:32:18 · answer #2 · answered by Pearl N 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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What might be causing the sores? The vet has ruled out fleas and mites, etc, and seems to think it is allergies. But nothing we do makes it better. It just keeps getting worse, and this latest sore stays raw and festering. I don't know what to do to help it to heal.
2015-08-19 06:53:55 · answer #3 · answered by Karla 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If your vet thinks it's allergies, ask him about allergy shots. My cat takes one shot every 6-7 weeks, and no more allergy symptoms. If this wound is one he licks, you should just keep it clean and open so it will eventually heal, if it's one he does not lick, get some CAT antibiotic ointment from your vet to put on it. Take a warm, fairly wet, washcloth, wash the wound daily and you may have to push gently on it to get the pus out. Then apply the ointment. Poor Kitty
2006-12-14 11:22:39 · answer #4 · answered by ihave5katz 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If your vet is aware of the allergy problems, I would call again and ask for medication to apply to the sores. There may be an otc product that would be okay, but please, please, please - do not give "human" meds internally to a pet or use them externally without checking with your vet first.
Cats lick themselves, and some of the ingredients in these products may be harmful if ingested.
If you can find a cortisone spray meant to be used on cats, that may help. You might check at your pet supply store or pet supermart.
One of my cats has allergy problems, and my vet told me to give her a quarter tablet of an antihistamine with the main ingredient, chlorpheniramine. Sometimes it helps; other times I have to take her in for a cortisone shot.
She pulls tufts of her fur out so that the pink, irritated skin shows. She doesn't have sores, but she does have "hot spots." I treat her with Advantage, so it isn't fleas.
A shot usually gives her relief for 6 - 8 weeks. She hates going to the vet, but she feels so much better afterwards, and I want her to be healthy and comfortable.
2006-12-14 12:52:19 · answer #5 · answered by Joyce A 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You could try Liquid Skin or Quik Heal. They are in most stores where the Band-aid are found. It is a liquid that dries over a cut or sore so that it can heal properly. My aunt used it on her horse once when it got a cut in a odd place on it's leg. Bandages wouldn't stay put, so she tried the liquid stuff and it worked really well.
2006-12-14 11:24:32 · answer #6 · answered by KC 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
If you're paying your vet to find absolutely nothing, then it would seem that it's a waste of your money because your cat still has the same problem. I'd suggest finding another vet.
2006-12-14 11:31:02 · answer #7 · answered by Ashley S 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Some form of calendula - ointment, gel, cream. That herb is very soothing and promotes healing very well. It will not harm the cat if it is ingested.
It is readily available in health food stores.
2006-12-14 12:08:09 · answer #8 · answered by old cat lady 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get another vet!!!!!!!!!Try changing his litter, change his diet check where sits most of the time. Ask if Bacitracin is recommended.
2006-12-14 11:26:34 · answer #9 · answered by buzzwaltz 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try Bag Balm - Wal-Mart carries it.
2006-12-14 11:20:15 · answer #10 · answered by KB 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋