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Mange is caused by an external parasite and can be treated by a veterinarian with several readily available dewormers. However, your vet should be the one to determine the medication based upon your cat's individual medical history and current condition.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 11y agoYou can't. Mange is an infestation of external parasites, and the drugs used to treat these infestations have to be applied to the cat. If you can't catch it, you can't treat it.
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Does your cat have mange?
No, my cat does not. But, since your asking, I suppose you cat does, so here is what you have to do: Mange is a skin contagious skin condition caused by mites and parasites in animals. Most of the time, cats that are affected by mange are outdoor cats. Left untreated, the cat can become very ill and can lose their fur. Mange can cause discomfort, scratching and itching. There are several options for treating a cat for mange. Mange in cats is fairly uncommon; however it is possible for a cat to contract mange. If your cat is loosing fur, you should always take your cat to the vet. Other diseases and problems other than mange can cause hair loss. A vet can look at a sample of the cat's skin or fur under a microscope to determine whether or not your cat has mange. There are a few different types of mange that are thought to affect cats. Ear mites are not usually considered mange, but the parasites that cause ear mites can also cause mange. Ear mites should always be treated with injections or prescription ear drops. When a cat has ear mites, the inside of their ears will look dirty. Black oily-looking dirt will cover the inside of the cat's ears. These are not the actual mites, but are the dropping left behind from the mites. Another form of mange is called Demodex Mange, also called "red mange". This type of mange is not contagious. Cat and dogs do not pass this type of mange to each other. Most cats and dogs have small amounts of these mites living on their skin. This form of mange does not often bother the cat unless it becomes inflamed. It might show up on the cat as small patches of hair loss. In more serious cases, it can cause a bacterial infection on the skin. The skin can become inflamed, red and itchy. Demodex Mange usually starts causing problems in cats that are immuno-suppressed or that are aging. This type of mange can also adversely affect cats with poor nutrition. Hormones and stress might also cause this type of mange to cause problems. It can be seen in pregnant and nursing cats or male cats that are not neutered. There are treatment options for this kind of mange. When you take your cat to the vet for possible mange, you vet will perform a thorough health exam. This will rule out autoimmune diseases and other forms of parasites such as worms. An oral medication called Ivermectin can be used. Although this drug is not approved by the FDA to use for mange, many vets find this treatment extremely effective. Another treatment option is dipping your cat in a prescribed pesticide. This is highly effective, but can be cause problems such as vomiting and seizures in cats. Also, it is poisonous, so it should not be used with pregnant cats or by people who are pregnant. This dip is usually done weekly for up to six weeks. Sarcoptic mange is another form of mange that can affect cats. This form of mange is highly contagious and very problematic. Cat that are affected by this type of mange are extremely itchy and the scratching can cause serious inflammation and sometimes bleeding of the skin. Mites will burrow into the skin and lay the eggs. When a cat has this, the excessive scratching can also cause scabbing and infections on the skin. This form of mange is usually determined by examining the cat's skin or fur under a microscope. If it is indeed Sarcoptic mange, your vet will want to wash the cat with a medicated shampoo and then treat the cat with a pesticide dip. Just as with "red mange", this pesticide dip is very potent and extreme caution should be used when treating your cat. If you suspect your cat has mange, you will have to take your cat to the vet for an exam. In order to treat the infection, it is necessary to know which type of mange your cat has. Also, it is not recommended to use "home remedies" for mange that are often found. These can be extremely dangerous to your cat. In many cases, hair loss is not mange. Hair loss can be caused by allergic reactions to foods, plants or even medications. Allergic reactions are treated much differently than mange so it is very important to seek medical care for your cat. source: http://www.cat-advisors-online.com/Mange-Treatment-Options-fo-your-Cat.html
Your cat seems itchy and panicked for about 3 days what could be wrong with him?
it would seem as if the cat may have fleas or mange. take him to the vet. the vet will perscibe either flea medicine or medicine for the mange.
Your cat has sores all over her back and neck they are getting worse and wont go away?
This could be a type of mange. You should bring the cat to the vet because mange is not only lethal but certain types are extremely contagious.
Why does your cat scratch til she bleeds and has no fleas?
The cat may have a rash, possibly caused from some sort of allergy. Or she may have mange.
What can you put on a cat who won't stop scratching themselves bald and raw?
PLEASE take the cat to the Vet. Could be an allergy or mange [mites ]. The cat must be in misery.
Why is my cat losing hair to the point of baldness on just her left ear?
she might be getting mange
Will daily exposure to sunlight kill external parasites on horses?
Mites (mange) and lice will need some help to get rid of them Sunlight alone generally will NOT get rid of these ectoparasites.
What does Mon chat mange toujour ma soup mean?
Imperfect grammar for " My cat always eats my soup ".
Can a dog get scabies from you?
Sarcoptes scabei Dog Mange is the less serious, yet highly contagious, type of itch mange. Sarcoptic mange, aka "Scabies," has zoonotic potential, which means it's the mite you can get from your pet! Mange in humans is called scabies and is easier to get rid of.
What do you get rid of a cat that has died?
bury the cat if is dead, or get it cremated. Sorry your cat died!:(
Why does your cat have little black bald spots?
There are a number of diseases, like mange, that cause similar symptoms to this, or it may be an allergy. It is strongly recommended that you take your cat to a vet and get him checked out.
Which cat should you get rid of first the mom or the dad cat if you have both of them?
If you don't really need to get rid of them neither but if so get rid of the father. The kitten is more bonded to the mother.
