Guinea pig allergic to laundry liquid

[Amba]

After many different treatments for mites, arthritis and fungus for about two years, and Metacam that never worked, it finally occurred to me to consider what I was washing her blankets in. It just turned out Poppet's skin reacted to the Dishwashing Liquid and powders (I've used a few brands over the times she's had the problem). I switched to baby sensitive laundry detergent and her fur has all grown back, her scratching has disappeared and it's been a few months. Just thought I'd leave the info here in case someone else is encountering a similar issue

 

[Amba]

Also the hair loss was on her back legs and under her arms and legs

 

[Guineautopia]

Well done for figuring it out, much be such a relief!

 

[DMS260820]

After many different treatments for mites, arthritis and fungus for about two years, and Metacam that never worked, it finally occurred to me to consider what I was washing her blankets in. It just turned out Poppet's skin reacted to the Dishwashing Liquid and powders (I've used a few brands over the times she's had the problem). I switched to baby sensitive laundry detergent and her fur has all grown back, her scratching has disappeared and it's been a few months. Just thought I'd leave the info here in case someone else is encountering a similar issue

I use non bio just incase. The aldi one called almat in the blue bottle. Other supermarkets are available