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Is my adopted cat's stomach lump from spaying? Is it contagious?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 8 months and 15 days old

This cat is 8 months old.I aopted her today.on her lower part of stomach there is a big lump which I asked abot it from her previous owner and she said it's because of her spaying surgery that they cut muscle.I don't know when they spayed her.is it true or is it another problem?I also have another cat at home.can it be something contagious?

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Answered By Dr. Heidi DVM, CVA, CCRT, CVTP, CVSMT, CVCH

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist, Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner

Published on February 16th, 2018

It's a little difficult to tell from the picture, but it almost looks like there is a small scar at the center of the lump. If that is the case and Rissoto was spayed within the last couple of months, then the lump may very well be scar tissue from the spay or a suture reaction that will slowly get smaller over time. Neither of those conditions would be a problem for your other cat. My best recommendation would be to have your veterinarian examine Rissoto to feel the area and see what they think about it. If the area is enlarging, appears red or painful or has any discharge, then I would recommend having your veterinarian examine it right away. Good luck! I hope that was helpful. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

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    Answered By Silvia De Cecco, DVM, MRCVS

    Veterinarian

    Published on February 16th, 2018

    After a spay surgery there might be a little redness around the wound area but not a big swelling especially if the procedure was done weeks or months ago. I would definitely recommend a check up with your veterinarian to properly address your concern. Please post again on the forum if you want to discuss it further. If you'd like to post a picture of Rissoto's lesion we might be able to help you further. I hope my answer was helpful.

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