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My 8-week-old kitten's lip is swollen after a fight. Is it serious?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Mediumhair | Female | unspayed

8 week old kittens bottom lip looks pink and swelling a bit after cat fight with 14 week old kitten. Should I be concerned? I saw them lock jaws when wrestling..

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Answered By Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Published on August 7th, 2017

The picture doesn't look like a very serious wound to me. I would continue to watch it. If it starts bleeding, if the swelling gets larger, if there is a creamy yellow/white/green discharge, or if Venus is not eating well, she may need to see a vet for treatment.

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