Why does my healthy indoor cat have a scabby nose for a week?

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Cat 8 yrs scabby nose for ab a week, she is an indoor cat in great form and eating well. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 8 years and 11 months old | 8 lbs

Dr. Leigh, DVM · Accepted Answer

She could have an infection, auto-immune disease, or allergic dermatitis. Since she has had the condition for about a week, she should be examined by your vet to determine the cause. She may need an antibiotic, anti-histamine, and/or an anti-inflammatory to treat the problem.

Why does my healthy indoor cat have a scabby nose for a week?

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