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My cat has an injured leg and a wound. What should I do at home?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Bengal | Female | unspayed | 1 year and 4 months old | 17 lbs

My pet has injured and i dont have any idea about the injury she got, it might be an another cat has bitten her or lash her on back..i am applying liquid betadin on her wounds. What medication do u suggest pls tell me.. And also in the first pic the holded leg is not working after the day she got injured..she could not walk properly..recommend any medication or home remedy as i cant affort vet nearby me due to lack of time. Pls brief me some suggestions

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Answered By Mara Howard, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on July 28th, 2017

I'm sorry to hear Tina isn't feeling well. If she isn't using her leg, there could be a broken bone, an abscess that is painful, or a sprain that is causing her discomfort. In addition, if she has an open wound it could be painful, need stitches or starting to become infected. I would recommend that she be evaluated by her regular veterinarian to determine the underlying cause of her discomfort, any diagnostics (such as X-rays) that may be needed and any treatment that may be necessary (antibiotics, pain meds, etc.).

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