My cat has little bumps on his ears and neck. What could be the cause?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | neutered | 11.5 lbs
My cat has little bumps near ears and on both sides of neck; however, the picture attached is the only one that looks like this. My husband and I moved from Alaska to fort Leonard wood Missouri and it has been since October since we gave him a bath but I deshedded him today and will give him a bath tomorrow. What could be the cause for these bumps?
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Published on December 16th, 2017
This may be a small reaction to getting bitten by something or an allergy to something in the environment. the skin around the scab does not appear to be inflamed or infected and that is a good sign. If it does not go away or begins to spread or bother him, I would see a vet for medication to clear it
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Published on April 5th, 2020
She could have feline acne and I'm concerned the area could be infected with her continually opening them up. If she does have feline acne, she needs a medicated wash to treat it and antibiotics for any infection. She needs to see a vet for this, I'd take her into one first thing in the morning. I hope this helps!
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Published on September 29th, 2018
I am not sure what this is. It could be a bacterial infection, fungal infection, mites, allergies (food or fleas or environmental), or an inflammatory condition. I would recommend that you have your vet check Trinity out. The vet will do a thorough examination of all of her skin to check for other lesions. They may take a small sample for examination under a microscope. Then they can create an appropriate treatment plan for your beautiful kitty.
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Published on July 26th, 2017
Poor Patches! The bumps that you are feeling down her back sound most suspicious for lesions that occur as a result of a skin infection. Since Patches goes outdoors, make sure she is receiving a high quality flea preventative, such as Advantage ( http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=23035 ), Revolution, or Bravecto on a regular basis. Some cats can scratch from fleas, leading to the onset of a skin infection. You can also try bathing her in a medicated antimicrobial shampoo ( http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=27982 ) if she will tolerate it. If her skin lesions continue or worsen, Patches will need to go to her vet because she may need a course of antibiotics. I hope that all goes well!
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