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There is something black near the cat's mouth

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This article is provided by Veterinarian Dr. Isabella Davis
Black stuff around a cat's mouth may be caused by grease blockage, cat breed, trauma, folliculitis, cat ringworm, etc. It needs to be improved through general treatment and drug treatment. Through active and effective treatment, the color of the mouth can be restored. normal. When a big cat has black stuff around its mouth, it needs to be taken seriously. If it does not improve for a long time, it is recommended that the owner take the cat to a regular pet medical institution for relevant examinations in time. After understanding the specific cause of the disease, it can be regulated under the doctor's operation. Treatment, through intermittent cooperation with a doctor, can reduce the damage to the skin and facilitate recovery.

1. Grease clogging

Cats eat oily cat food, or their hair is not cleaned properly. The long-term accumulation of grease blocks the hair follicles, which may also cause black things to appear around the cat's mouth. Owners need to pay attention to cleaning their cats, wiping them regularly, or rinsing them with running water. If the cat uses a plastic bowl, food residue or grease will adhere to the edge of the bowl, which will also cause grease blockage. The cat's bowl needs to be replaced with a ceramic bowl, and it needs to be cleaned regularly.

2. Cat breeds

Some cat breeds are prone to black lips. This is caused by genetic factors and is usually nothing to worry about.

3. Trauma

If the cat's local skin is hit or squeezed, it will cause local skin damage, cause bleeding, redness, swelling, pain and other symptoms, and cause the blood to oxidize and appear black. You need to take non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs as directed by your doctor.

4. Folliculitis

The black stuff around the cat’s mouth may be caused by folliculitis. This disease is also called black chin. Folliculitis is mainly caused by endocrine disorders in cats. For example, sexually mature cats have strong secretion of sex hormones, leading to endocrine disorders, which are manifested as black things on the skin. Folliculitis is not contagious, but it may cause small black spots on your cat's chin or tail. If this happens, you need to use antibiotic ointment as directed by your doctor.

5. Cat ringworm

It is a fungal infectious disease that can cause the skin to fall off. In severe cases, it can cause damage to the skin, leading to the precipitation of melanocytes and melanin on the black face. deposit, resulting in blackening. You need to follow your doctor’s advice and use antifungal ointments.good.

During the recovery period, you need to observe your own condition at any time. If the condition worsens and is accompanied by new symptoms, it is recommended to seek medical treatment in time.