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Cat fight wound: Popped abscess is open. How to treat at home?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Cat popped abscess on cheek from cat fight today. Wound has drained but now an open sore. Is there anything I should do until the vets opens tomorrow please?

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Answered By Lauren Jones VMD

Veterinarian

Published on May 9th, 2017

The best things that you can do include cleaning the wound with an antiseptic soap (such as chlorhexidine or betadine) and keeping an e-collar (cone) on your cat to prevent any skin damage from scratching. If you do not have an e-collar at home, this link provides some tips to make one at home: http://dogsaholic.com/care/homemade-dog-cone.html. Your vet will be able to evaluate the extent of the wound and start antibiotics. I hope that all goes well!

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