Why does my cat have a small bump behind her ear, with no scabs?

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My cat has small bump at the back of her ears no scabs and nothing in ears. Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Female | spayed | 2 years old | 12 lbs

Lauren Kennedy, DVM · Accepted Answer

Based on what you are describing I would be suspicious that that Boom Boom is suffering from allergies, fleas, or an ear infection. All three of these can cause the skin/ears to be very itchy. When the cat scratches excessively it causes damage to the skin which results in the scabs you are noticing. I would recommend taking your cat to the vet so the ears can be checked for an infection and/or ear mites. Sometimes the infection can be deep in the ear canal and cannot be seen without an otoscope. Your vet will probably give you ear medication if needed, something to help her stop scratching so much (like a steroid or antihistamine), and antibiotics to help clear up the scabs. I would also recommend you get Boom Boom on a good flea control as well if she is not on one already. I hope this helps. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Best of luck.

Why does my cat have a small bump behind her ear, with no scabs?

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