Skin Inflammation of the Paws in Cats
Pododermatitis in Cats
Pododermatitis is a medical term for skin inflammation, particularly inflammation of the cat's feet or paws. Fortunately, prognosis is positive with treatment.
The disease is more common in dogs than it is in cats. However, if you would like to learn more about how this disease affects dogs please visit this page in the PetMD health library.
The following symptoms are commonly seen:
Bacterial, fungal and parasitic infections can cause this skin inflammation to develop. Other potential causes for it can include cancer, trauma, poor grooming, decreased levels of thyroid hormones, increased levels of steroids present, and irritants from the environment.
In some instances, a skin biopsy is performed to ensure that pododermatitis is brought on by cancer. A thorough skin examination may be done as well.
The prediction of a disease’s outcome in advance
The process of removing tissue to examine it, usually for medical reasons.
Any substance with the potential to produce an allergic reaction in an animal prone to such a reaction.
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