My cat's face is swollen but not painful. Is it a bug bite or tumor?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 1 year and 8 months old | 10 lbs
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.
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Published on April 28th, 2017
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.
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Published on February 28th, 2017
She could have an infected tooth or possibly a mass. The only way to know for sure if to have a vet take a look at her. If she has an infection than an antibiotic may help. If you don't want to take her to a vet than continue to monitor the area for changes. She may stop eating and drinking if the swelling progresses.
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Published on January 27th, 2018
It may be an abscess, in the early stages it can be hard with no punctures noted. Over time it gets softer and ruptures open. It may also be a tooth infection if the swelling is more on the upper jaw. A mass is always possible but not as common in a cat of that age. I would schedule an appointment with your vet to have it checked. They can tell you for sure what it is and if antibiotics or surgery are needed to fix it
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