Tamma-pa Sumapas, A woman from Thailand, noticed an unusual spot on her cat’s leg, which she thought was shingles. The owner understood that her pet needed to see a veterinarian, but the cat was afraid of clinics and doctors and did not tolerate treatment well.
The woman treated the affected area regularly with turmeric and reported successful results. Ka Pwong’s fur grew back over the affected area within a few weeks, and she no longer experienced any discomfort.
The spice turmeric is famous for its ability to add flavor and color to food. But It can also be used as an antiseptic. Tammapa decided to use it on her cat. The long treatment was unpleasant for the cat, enduring it every day. But, after two weeks of use, the animal’s fur began to grow back in the affected areas.
It is not yet known how this woman’s cat contracted feline shingles, as the condition is rare. It is speculated that the cat may have been exposed to a virus or that it could be genetic.
Tampa became suspicious when her cat’s regular laundry schedule failed to remove the yellow stains from its fur. Eventually, she discovered that the source of the staining was turmeric, which had been embedded in the cat’s coat during a treatment bath. Even regular washing did not help; the cat’s hair did not become white.
The bottom line: if your cat is acting weird, don’t try to diagnose and treat it yourself. Turmeric might help with some things, but it’s not a cure-all. Play it safe and take your cat to the vet.
Have you ever used turmeric to treat a skin condition?
