Feline acne
Another problem that you and your cat may face is feline acne. This is a common example of cat skin problems, and can be seen in the form of blackheads that will form on your cat’s chin, lower lip and face. The main reason that your cat will come across this problem is if it has enlarged sebaceous glands around the face; the same reason that humans suffer from acne.
If you notice that your cat is rubbing its face on the ground, it is trying to activate the glands that produce an oily secretion. This is known as marking, and is one cause of feline acne.
Plastic pet food bowls could be a cause of cat chin acne. Dirt and bacteria can find their way into the many scratches and indentations in the plastics surface and thus infect your cat around the chin area. Metal food bowls are easier to keep clean.
Problems with the coat or skin are more noticeable on white or pale coloured cats because of their light pigment. But remember, just because you cannot see a problem with your cat’s skin does not mean that it doesn’t exist.
If you own a cat, there are many skin problems that you need to be aware of. Cat skin problems can be very serious, and should be taken care of right away.
Fleas, the number one cause of skin problems in cats.
If your cat is suffering from a skin problem, it is more than likely being caused by fleas. This is the number one cause of skin problems in cats. Fleas can affect cats of any ages, but as they get older the skin problems that occur due to fleas can become more severe.
Just like in humans, pollen and other airborne particles can irritate the nasal passages and cause your cat to suffer from skin and coat problems and allergies. Your cat may also suffer from what is known as a contact allergy. This is when your cat has constant contact with a substance that it cannot tolerate. Some common causes of contact allergies are oily leafed plants, carpet fresheners, house dust, newsprint, cleansers, and certain topical medications.
Changes of the pigment, skin eruptions, especially noticeable on the chin, ears and underside of the cat are feline skin problems caused by contact allergies.