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My little Manx of 11 years has developed "cat acne" according to my vet, after treatment and meds it still appears to be on his chin. I heard that plastic food bowels were suspect and wondered if any other cat owners have experienced this problem?
Marley is an indoor cat with outdoor catrium exposure.
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Brett

Bingo on the plastic bowls. Stanley had onging bad acne and black heads on his chin a few years ago. Switched to glass/ceramic bowls and it cleared up and never came back -- for several years now. Takes a few days to clear. Vet suggested it...
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Tammy
Stanley and Pookey

Yes, plastic food and water dishes contribute to cat acne. The plastics, especially after they've been used for a while, develop microscopic scratches in the surface that harbor bacteria which then can transfer to the food or directly to the cat's chin.

It's best to use dishes that can be cleaned with hot soapy water such as glass, stainless steel or ceramic. Another option is single use such as paper plates.

Also, with a senior cat, sometimes a bit of extra chin washing with a mild soap and terry wash cloth (and a good rinse) helps keep the acne down.

Thanks to all who replied, I have switched to steel bowls and started a daily washing routing for his chin, hes still got some pockets on his chin but Ive been keeping them drained and applying the salve from the vet.
Hopefully it will clear up soon it must be quite painful.
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Lateralis

Thank you for the update. I hope the cat gets over the problem real soon!
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