Some cats suffer from flea allergies. The condition is called allergy dermatitis and is a reaction to the flea's saliva. They cats will frequently scratch and bite at the base of their tail and might even have thinning hair in that area. In addition, the cat's skin might become inflamed, or sores might form.
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Topical Medication
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According to Vetinfo, an adulticide, which kills adult fleas, and an insect growth regulator, to eliminate young fleas and eggs, are most effective in treating the problem.
Oral Treatment
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Oral medications might also be suggested to treat the allergies, according to Pet Education. However, it is more important to eliminate the source of the problem.
Environment
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Treating your home to eliminate fleas is critical to prevent re-infection. Use of the adulticide and insect growth regulator where your cat sleeps is essential. Pet Education suggests using sodium polyborate powder, such as Fleabusters.
Prevention
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Prevention measures can include treating other pets because they can carry fleas into your home, steam cleaning your carpets, regular vacuuming and disposing of the vacuum bag, treating your yard with pesticides and regular grooming of your cat.
Considerations
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You might want to bathe your cat in a flea treatment solution. According to Pet Education, lavender plants can be effects deterrents to fleas.
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