SCABIOSIS WITH FELICOLA SUBROSTRATUS FLEA INFCTION IN A PERSIAN CATS

Abstract

A Persian cat named Inaya, female, aged 3 years, was brought in with complaints of itching which started in the last 1 month. Treatment is given by administering ivermectin, diphenhydramine and fish oil to see the effectiveness of the treatment in cases of scabiosis accompanied by infection with the lice Felicola subrostratus. Physical examination showed that the upper ear had hardened hyperkeratosis, the cat looked thin with dull and falling hair accompanied by symptoms of pruritus with trichodectes felis infestation. Examination of skin scrapings found Sarcoptes scabiei mites and Felicola subrostratus mite infection. Investigations with a complete blood test showed that the cat had a slight increase in leukocytes, hemoglobin and erythrocytes. Based on anamnesis, physical examination, and supporting examinations, the case cat was diagnosed with scabies with Felicola surostratus mite infection. 7 days after treatment the frequency of scratching was no longer observed and the hyperkeratosis of the ears began to appear less but there were still lice in the hair. Treatment given to case animals using Ivermectin, Diphenhydramine HCl, fish oil, and sulfur-containing soap, gave good results by no longer showing itching. Animals should be placed or caged separately from other animals for intensive care to speed recovery. The cleanliness of the home environment and the cage environment also affects the recovery of the dog so that cleanliness of the cage needs to be paid attention to and separate case animals from healthy cats to prevent re-infection.