Skin autoimmune diseases of cats and dogs
The health of the skin is often a reflection of the health of the animal's immune system. When the immune system is strong (except in the presence of infectious diseases and ectoparasites), skin problems rarely occur. When the immune system is compromised, skin conditions can develop. Skin disease can be exacerbated by secondary infections, often creating a vicious cycle. The role in shaping the health of a cat is played by heredity, age, predisposition by genetic type in certain breeds to diseases. Autoimmune diseases are characterized by a malfunction in the functioning of the immune system, which leads to serious disorders.