Scalp hair grows longer because hair stays in growth phase longer. Eyelash does not grow as long since its growth phase is very short after a few months follicle goes to resting phase. That is why we shed eyelash hair, but we always grow them back after the resting phase is over.
One of the following may be causing an abnormality with your catâs skin and should be investigated: 1  Ringworm: This highly contagious fungal infection can result in inflammation, scaly patches and hair loss. 2  Fleas : Not only do fleas irritate the skin, cats can have an allergic response when exposed to them.
A cat will show his discomfort by scratching or pawing at his ear or shaking or tilting his head in the direction of the painful ear. Other symptoms to look for include: 1  Black or yellowish discharge. 2  Redness or swelling of the ear flap or ear canal.3  Waxy buildup on or near the ear canal.f your vet has ruled out ear mites -- the culprit in about half of all feline ear infections -- sheâll have to do some sleuthing to figure out what's causing your cat's outer or middle ear infection.