bald spot.oily thinning fur

[angelfire09]

about 3 weeks ago my misses was going bald on her left side.she still biting at it and the fur around it at top is very oily and thinning.could this be a food alergy?theres no scabs or marks.just thinning and balding.if anyone has any idea why this is happening to her.please i would love to hear from you.this has never happened before.thank you

[opus88]

yes a move maybe 'good' for both of you. allergy prone people usually shows signs of sneezing/coughs/runny eyes/stuffyness....but cats who can be allergic to all the same things us we are show their symptoms thru 'skin dermatitis.'.....and flea allergies can cause them to break out in very itchy spots that they will rub raw!!
so good luck

[angelfire09]

i undrstand.shes still breaking out on her bald spot.so food will be next.i did a thorough cleaning but will be getting after my landlord to clean the furnace ducts.ive been feeling itchy myself.ha.i think we maybe be alleric to where we live..maybe a move in process to.my kitties are so worth.thank you for your concern

[opus88]

angel that may only be a band aid solution(hope not)...if it is an allergy to a flea bite it could become systemic and become quite a problem., afterwards they can develop allergies to 'everything' from food to dust.....hopefully its something else..
good luck and hope kitty keeps healthy

[angelfire09]

my misses is doing good.the formula is working and i de flead them and my home today.we came to realize she has allergic reaction to flea bites.take care everyone and thank you

[angelfire09]

thank you responding.i found a homeopathic  formula in walmart im trying.yes my misses has been threw alot.were all under alot of stress here.so im relaxing more and this formula  is good for stress for her.and i may try a new food.if known of this works then i will be taking her to the vet.thank you again

[Savas]

This is something I'd ask on the vet expert forum. I've seen something like this; the oily skin could be a form of "weeping" ie; infectious liquid.

But... like I said, check with the experts on this one. It could be an allergy to food, it could be an allergy to fleas... it could be a nervous condition (I could be totally off on all three!).

I'd suggest giving a more detailed history as well. Check the post at the top of the forum that asks for any relevant information.