My cat keeps scratching her nose scab raw. Should I see a vet?

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my cat keep scratch off a scab on her nose i put a cone on her but as soon as i take it off she make her nose makes it beeled and even scratch it on any to what should i been going on for few wks now. Pet's info: Cat | Russian Blue | Female | spayed | 5 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

I would have Kiki seen by a vet for this. She may need medications to help it heal, as she keeps scratching at it. There could be an underlying cause as to why she keep scratching at her nose, such as allergies or a foreign body, and the vet can determine if there is one and can treat her for it.

My cat keeps scratching her nose scab raw. Should I see a vet?

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