Chin Acne My cat has what the vet calls cat chin acne and it seems to be getting worse, any suggestions?
At first all that I noticed was blackish flea like dander. I would being the day by fully cleaning his chin, but when I was done It appeared that his chin was a rusty brown color. I never use anything on his chin just warm water and a soft rag. Well as time went by I noticed that he started to get pimple like bumps but what came out of them was blood. Eventually his chin became swollen with this blood. But after I squeezed all the "blood pimples" his chin went back to normal size. At the begining of the destroying these "blood pimples" I shaved his little chin area so that I may clearly see them, and it worked great but now his hair is not growing back. Now the little black things are starting to reappear. Do I just wash once a day, pop and leave it at that, or do I just wash once a day and leave the thing alone or do I just not touch it? I do have pictures avaliable. Any suggestions? O and I did what the vet reccomended by switching the bowls but no difference seem to take place.
Hi Jessica...an antibacterial surgical scrub, such as chlorhexidine prescribed by a vet, can initially be used for this purpose two or three times daily. In mild cases no further treatment is necessary, but in cases showing extensive secondary infection, antibiotic therapy, preferably selected on the basis of bacterial culture and sensitivity tests, will be required.
Topical preparations are of very limited value for severe cases because they are soon licked or cleaned off by the patient, and antibiotics should be given orally for four to six weeks. Severe cases may also be treated with steroids to reduce the inflammation. Keeping the acne at bay may require clipping and daily application of chlorhexidine.
There may be recurrence and in some cases the only method of controlling the excessive sebum secretion is to continue daily cleansing indefinitely.
Occasionally acne is associated with fungal infections including dematophytosis (ringworm) and, rarely, with demodectic mange.
Chin Acne-How to Stop Breakouts With These Simple Changes You Can Make at Home
There are many natural remedies for chin acne. Let's start with some of the easy things that you can start doing right away to reduce the growth of P. acnes bacteria.
P. acnes bacteria are naturally present on the skin, along with microscopic yeasts and other flora. When there are too many of the bacteria, they can cause a minor infection in the pores or hair follicles. The result of this minor infection is a pimple or spot.
Normally, the growth of P. acnes bacteria is limited by the skin's naturally acidic pH level. Soaps, shower gels and most other cleansers have an alkaline pH that can allow the proliferation of the bacteria. Sulfur-based cleansers, with a neutral pH, can help restore the skin's natural slightly acidic level and eliminate the bacteria.
The chlorine and other chemicals in publicly treated water may contribute to or worsen acne cases. Some dermatologists, many beauty experts and a growing number of physicians are recommending showerhead water filters to their patients. There is one type of acne (chloracne) that is actually caused by exposure to chlorine. So, since it is something that we can avoid, it makes sense to do it.
The application of Neem or tea tree oil can kill the bacteria. Either of the natural oils may be applied after cleansing. They are less drying than benzoyl peroxide, triclosan and other chemical anti-bacterial agents.
It's a good idea to wash your face with the sulfur-based cleanser at night, before bedtime, particularly if you wear makeup during the day. The ingredients in women's makeup can clog the pores and cause pimples.
Some experts suggest placing a clean towel over your pillow every night. That keeps the P. acne bacteria from contaminating the pillow and being re-introduced onto the face on subsequent nights.
In the morning, use your sulfur-based cleanser again and avoid touching breakouts, as that can transfer the bacteria from one area to another. Apply Neem or tea tree oil to the affected areas with a clean cotton ball, not your fingers.
If you wear makeup, look for brands that do not contain mineral oil, petrolatum or paraffin. Those oily preparations clog the pores. Use brushes or sponges to apply makeup, rather than your fingers.
Remember to take your vitamins, every single day. Surveys have shown that most acne sufferers have lower blood levels of the vitamins A and E. So, take a good multi-vitamin. You'll feel better and look better, too.
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