I have a health related question to ask...

The yesterday my indoor kitten got out of the house, apparently through the dog door (sometimes my dog stands halfway in and halfway out so we're assuming that that's how he got out), and when we found him he was in a hole under the neighbor's shed being harassed by their pups. We took him inside and bathed him but the following day we noticed that when you pet his left side it feels like little bubbles are popping under his fur. Any ideas as to what it might be?

I'm sorry if my description of the problem wasn't that clear, it's really hard to describe!

We have a vet appointment on friday (they couldn't get us in any sooner), but I just wanted to know if there was anything I could do for him while he waits.

 

hi arcadia...i was able to find several articles on cats and skin disorders...just using keyword "skin disorders in cats-blisters" and here is what a couple of the articles said:


Pemphigus foliaceus is the most common form of pemphigus in dogs and cats.
It is characterized by bumps on the skin (macules) that become pustules and
then dry scabs on the skin. It is most commonly found on the face and feet,
but lesions can occur on other areas of the body. In dogs the toenails are
usually normal but in cats they may damaged by the disease. Some pets are
itchy when they have pemphigus lesions but not all are affected in this
way. Dobermans, schipperkes, akitas, chows, bearded collies, rottweilers
and Siamese cats are usually included in lists of breeds most likely to be
affected by this condition.

Pemphigus erythematosus is much less common and seems to affect collies
more than other breeds. Lesions are similar but usually stay on the face
and may cause loss of color (depigmentation) of nose.

Pemphigus vulgaris usually causes blisters to form, which become skin
ulcers when they burst. The blister stage can be really short term, so
careful observation for the blisters is important. This form of pemphigus
really likes the areas where normal skin meets soft specialized skin, such
as the edges of the lips, eyelids and rectum.

(and the next article)

The immune system is constantly battling foreign invaders like bacteria and viruses, and usually it does a good job fending them off. But in pets with autoimmune conditions such as lupus, the immune system loses its aim. Rather than only attacking germs, it also goes after the body's healthy tissues. In dogs and cats, it is often the skin that gets in the line of fire, resulting in painful sores or blisters that seemingly come out of nowhere.

Autoimmune conditions may affect the whole body and can be difficult to treat. Vets often recommend applying hydrocortisone or other anti-inflammatory ointments to soothe the skin. You can also give your pet periodic soaks in a soothing mix of cool water and colloidal oatmeal (like Aveeno), says Dr. Campbell. In the long run, however, pets with autoimmune problems generally need more powerful treatments, such as oral medications that suppress the immune system and keep the attacks under control.


:0011: i dont know what it is...but the best thing is that you are going to the vet on friday. has the kitten had its shots? been wormed? eating and drinking okay?

wish i could be more of a help. i know that others will post. good luck! :wink:

 

I have never heard of that type of skin disorder. Could you post a pic of your kitty and the bumps/bubbles? Good luck on Fri.'s vet appt.!

 

i couldnt find any pictures on this....or any skin disorders for that matter....sorry....

WHERE IS VENE???!!!!????....OUR AKL....WHEN YOU NEED HER???? :0011: :m27:

(for those not aware...vene is our auspet kitty librarian...she has more links, info, web sites...than anyone i know :wink: )

 

Lynn, stop that! :0023: Maybe the bubbles are abrasions and will go away soon. When my 20 month old son scratches his eczema spots, he gets little "bubbles." I'll go see if I can find some pics of cat skin lesions.

http://www.sniksnak.com/cathealth/mil-derm.html

http://www.vet.uga.edu/vpp/CLERK/Starnes/

That's all for today because I don't want to give misleading info.

 

eeeeeeuuuuuwwwww..... :shock:

those pictures are icky!!! :?

 

Lynn, you asked for it, you got it Toyota! :0019:

 

8) hee hee hee


I HEAR THE MUSIC IN MY HEAD!!!!! :shock:

 

how's the bubbling kitty doing?