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My old cat has a non-healing skin cancer wound. How can I help it?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | 19 years old | 6 lbs

I have a 19 year old male cat who has a large open wound skin cancer on his face. It is very deep and is not healing. What can I use to promote healing of the wound.

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on April 5th, 2017

Unfortunately it sounds like a very aggressive tumor and it is not likely to heal, for open wounds i usually like to use Green clay, i apply it on the wound 2-4 times a day but in this case i am not sure it will help.

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