My cat's face is swollen but not painful. Is it a bug bite or tumor?

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I came home to my car having a swollen jaw/ throat. I felt it n I'm not sure if it's a bug bite or a tumor. She doesn't seem to be in pain but I'm just worried. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 1 year and 8 months old | 10 lbs

Jeffrey Milner · Accepted Answer

It is quite difficult to appreciate where the swelling is based on these images. I sort of think I can see what you are talking about in the third image. One of the most common reasons for swelling on the face in cats is when something is wrong with the teeth. Cats are known for getting abscesses in the roots of their teeth. When this happens, the area outside of the mouth on the face and around can get swollen (and eventually become painful). Other causes of swelling around the face and throat would be enlargement of the lymph nodes, allergic reactions, or some sort of mass. I would bring Genevieve to a veterinarian to have the area assessed in order to get to the bottom of things.

My cat's face is swollen but not painful. Is it a bug bite or tumor?

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