My cat's leg tumor is draining & swelling. What can I do until a vet?

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My 11 year old male cat has a fatty tumor on his leg. Our vet said it is benign and not interfering so it would be OK. Recently it has gotten bigger, draining and his foot is swelling. I recently lost my job so I am having a hard time finding a vet to look at him. I wrap it with antibiotic ointment and the swelling goes down but then comes back. Anything I can do until I can figure out how to get him to a vet? Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | neutered | 11 years and 2 months old | 15 lbs

Destini R. Holloway, DVM · Accepted Answer

Poor guy. Some tumors can for so big that they stretch the skin so much that it opens the skin up. This likely requires surgical removal of the entire mass. I would continue the antibiotic as long as it is safe for use in pets. I would also recommend cleaning it with Betadine diluted 50:50 with warm water on the first day, then sterile saline flushes thereafter until you can get him in to the vet. Here is also a website link with financial assistance programs to try. http://m.humanesociety.org/animals/resources/tips/trouble_affording_veterinary_care.html Best wishes with Max and his leg. I hope he gets better soon.

My cat's leg tumor is draining & swelling. What can I do until a vet?

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