My cat's leg wound isn't healing after antibiotics. What should I do?

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Hello doc I have two male cats. One of them developed a lesion above a forelimb and it is not healing even after antibiotic treatment and betadine application. Please guide. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 1 month old | 5 lbs

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

That is a pretty large wound! That being said though, it looks like it is healing fine. It does not appear swollen or to have discharge coming from it. The tissue looks healthy. Having it stitched when it first happened which would have allowed it to heal faster. I am not sure how long it's been but a wound that size would take weeks to heal without stitches. If I were you I would keep applying a topical antibiotic cream and just leave it be. Stop using the Betadine. If he is licking it you must stop that behavior by using an Elizabethan collar (cone). As long as he keeps licking it will not heal. If you want it to heal faster you need to take him to a vet to have it stitched. Hope this helps. Best wishes!

My cat's leg wound isn't healing after antibiotics. What should I do?

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