My new kitten has a tiny red bulge near her anus. Should I see a vet?

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So on the 4th I found a baby kitten, I brought her home with me. She is very healthy, and had no fleas when I found her. She had apparently been set out by someone that day. But she has what seems to look like a tiny hemriod, should I take her to the vet? Is is serious? Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Female | unspayed

Jessica Keay, DVM · Accepted Answer

Without seeing her anal area it is difficult to tell what is going on with her. If there is a redness/bulging around the rectal area it is possible she is experiencing what is called a rectal prolapse which can be seen in kittens who have diarrhea, often due to parasitism with worms or protzoal organisms. It is best to have the kitten examined to see if this is what is going on, or if there is another cause for what you are seeing. They can test the kitten for parasites and also help determine its age and whether or not it is ready to get vaccinations to prevent future illness.

My new kitten has a tiny red bulge near her anus. Should I see a vet?

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