10-Day Home Remedy Cured My Cat's Massive Hair Loss!
Recently, I bathed my feline master, and to my dismay, the next day, I noticed she was constantly scratching herself, leaving her skin red and raw, and her fur was matted and damp. There were also several red bumps inside her ears.
At first glance, I thought it might be ringworm, so I bought some topical antifungal spray and ointment online to treat her. However, after applying the medication at home for several days, there was no sign of improvement. Initially, there were just small scabs that fell off with the fur, but eventually, her entire chest and back became affected, with a large area of redness.
Worried, I sought advice from a veterinarian. The doctor diagnosed it as a bacterial infection. Reflecting on the situation, I realized it might have been due to not drying her off properly after the bath. So, I quickly put on an Elizabethan collar for her and continued with the medication, which took about a week to show significant improvement.
Treatment Steps:
1. Gently shave the affected area if necessary to make applying medication easier. If only a small area is affected, you may not need to shave at all, as shaving can be stressful for cats, so it's crucial to pay attention to their comfort and wellbeing.
2. Wipe your cat's body with physiological saline daily to maintain cleanliness and remove any leftover ointment from the previous day.
3. Apply a skin antiseptic spray twice to three times a day. I used the Pipute Skin Spray I bought online, which was effective, odorless, and gentle, ensuring the cat didn't feel irritated after application.
4. Apply zinc oxide ointment twice a day. I had previously tried erythromycin ointment for two days, but it was too sticky and slow to heal. Following the doctor's advice, I switched to zinc oxide ointment, which not only accelerated the healing process but was also absorbed easily.
5. Ensure your cat gets plenty of sunlight, as ultraviolet rays can kill bacteria and keep the skin dry, aiding in the healing process.
Approximately a month later, a small area on the cat's front leg recurred. Following the same treatment steps, I managed to heal it at home after a few days.
My experience suggests that some cats are not suited for frequent baths. Therefore, it's essential not to bathe them too often and to ensure their fur is completely dry after a bath. Regular sun exposure and supplementing with a little vitamin B can help prevent recurrence. Moreover, if medication doesn't show results after a few days, it might be a case of misdiagnosis, like mine. In such cases, it's crucial to consult a veterinarian promptly and switch medications.
