Diagnosis of Skin Disorders in Cats
- Skin Disorders of Cats
- Structure of the Skin in Cats
- Dermatitis and Dermatologic Problems in Cats
- Diagnosis of Skin Disorders in Cats
- Treatment of Skin Disorders in Cats
- Congenital and Inherited Skin Disorders of Cats
- Allergies of Cats
- Eosinophilic Granuloma Complex in Cats
- Fleas of Cats
- Flies and Mosquitoes of Cats
- Hair Loss (Alopecia) in Cats
- Hives and Rashes (Urticaria) in Cats
- Itching (Pruritus) in Cats
- Lice of Cats
- Mite Infestation (Mange, Acariasis, Scabies) of Cats
- Parasitic Worms of the Skin in Cats
- Photosensitization in Cats
- Pox Infection in Cats
- Pyoderma in Cats
- Ringworm (Dermatophytosis) in Cats
- Ticks of Cats
- Tumors of the Skin in Cats
- Whole-body Disorders that Affect the Skin in Cats
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A precise diagnosis of the causes of a skin disease requires a detailed history, physical examination, and appropriate diagnostic tests. Many skin diseases have similar signs and an immediate diagnosis may not be possible. Based on your cat’s history and the physical examination, your veterinarian may order any of a number of laboratory procedures. These may include microscopic analysis of skin scrapings and hair, cultures of skin swabs, blood and urine tests, and even biopsies. It may take several days before laboratory results are available. Your veterinarian may also evaluate how your cat responds to treatment in order to diagnose a specific skin problem. More than one visit is often required for an accurate diagnosis.
- Skin Disorders of Cats
- Structure of the Skin in Cats
- Dermatitis and Dermatologic Problems in Cats
- Diagnosis of Skin Disorders in Cats
- Treatment of Skin Disorders in Cats
- Congenital and Inherited Skin Disorders of Cats
- Allergies of Cats
- Eosinophilic Granuloma Complex in Cats
- Fleas of Cats
- Flies and Mosquitoes of Cats
- Hair Loss (Alopecia) in Cats
- Hives and Rashes (Urticaria) in Cats
- Itching (Pruritus) in Cats
- Lice of Cats
- Mite Infestation (Mange, Acariasis, Scabies) of Cats
- Parasitic Worms of the Skin in Cats
- Photosensitization in Cats
- Pox Infection in Cats
- Pyoderma in Cats
- Ringworm (Dermatophytosis) in Cats
- Ticks of Cats
- Tumors of the Skin in Cats
- Whole-body Disorders that Affect the Skin in Cats