 Did you know that, just like humans, cats can suffer from mild to severe acne? While any cat can get it, it's more common in cats with long hair or folds of skin. Here's what a serious case of cat acne can look like. In humans, acne is often caused by oily skin, but that isn't normally the case with cats. Feline acne can be caused by allergies to fleas, or to environmental triggers like pollen, or by fungal spores. So flea control is very important and screening for other types of allergies should be done as well in stubborn cases. Many cats are also sensitive to plastic, so switching from a plastic food or water dish to a stainless steel or porcelain one, may help clear up the problem. Cat acne is most common on the chin or around the mouth, but it can be present anywhere on the body. Appearing as small bumps, it often looks similar to the blackheads or whiteheads that humans get. Some cats have a single breakout, while others have recurring symptoms. If the condition is severe, you may notice redness, and even nodules or bleeding scabs. If your cat scratches or licks the affected area, a bacterial infection, which can be serious, may also develop. For this reason, it's important to remember that you shouldn't squeeze, pick at, or otherwise try to remove your cat's pimples. Hello. This video is sponsored by Beemix Pets. Are you looking for high quality cat collars at an affordable cost? Check out, BeemixPets.com. Use coupon code KittenLife, to get 20% off. Here are some tips to carefully cure Sphinx cat acne. 1. Use a warm washcloth or heat compress. Rinsing a towel in warm water and applying it to the affected area may be enough to soothe mild acne in some Sphinx cats. A warm compress can reduce swelling as well. 2. Medicated wipes or shampoos. Topical treatments like special wipes or shampoos, are an alternative to oral antibacterial medications for feline acne. Your vet may prescribe a medicated shampoo, or recommend a certain brand of face wipe to help clear up the breakout. One thing to take note of is that, unless a vet specifically tells you to do so, do not use acne products intended for humans on Sphinx cats. 3. Antibacterial medications. Your vet may perform a deep cleaning of the affected area with an antiseptic ointment, often cleaning the chin, or any part of the affected area. Some animal guardians are given a diluted antibacterial rinse, so that they can do at-home cleanings. 4. DIY treatments. According to petmd.com, products that you already have in your pantry may be able to help soothe your Sphinx cat acne. After getting the go-ahead approval from your veterinarian, try cucumber pulp, green or black tea, jalavira, organic apple cider vinegar, witch hazel or coconut oil for mild cases, all of these home ingredients may do the trick. Colloidal silver, is also very effective at clearing up infections of any kind. If your Sphinx cat's acne doesn't clear up, even with treatment, your veterinarian may refer you to a veterinary dermatologist. While a few pimples are unlikely to pose a threat to your Sphinx cat's well-being, there's a chance that they can be indicative of a more serious, underlying problem. Your vet can check to make sure that your cat's skin condition isn't mange tumors, or even leprosy. Knowing all of these may greatly help improve your Sphinx cat's everyday lifestyle. If you enjoyed this video, kindly press the like button. Also don't forget to subscribe with notifications on, so that you don't miss out on videos like this. Thank you for watching.