More About Mango
8-9 year old neutered male
FIV/Felv negative
Extremely affectionate once he warms up
Would prefer to be the only cat / animal in the home
What medical condition does Mango have?
Pemphigus foliaceus (PF) is the most common autoimmune skin disease in cats. With PF, the patient develops crusts (scabs) and ulcers around the eyes, ears, footpads, groin, and bridge of the nose. In cats, lesions also develop at the toenail beds, creating crusty, sore feet. PF is rarely found in the mouth or at mucocutaneous junctions. It usually appears suddenly, without a recognized cause, but in some cases, it may be drug-induced or can be the result of years of chronic skin disease.
What is the prognosis for autoimmune skin disease?
The prognosis for autoimmune skin disease depends on your cat's specific diagnosis and the severity of symptoms. Autoimmune disease is rarely curable, but is often controllable with appropriate medications. In Mango's case, he is on a small dosage of prednisone daily and will probably be for the remainder of his life.
*If you are interested in adopting Mango, we strongly suggest reaching out to your veterinarian to discuss PF further to ensure this is something you are comfortable managing with Mango.