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What to do for a stray cat with a swollen, bad-smelling mouth?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male

I have a cat actually that is street cat and I think he is really sick and i want to help him but i dont have money I observed that his mouth is really swollen and it has a really bad smell,and I think even tho he’s really in pain he wants to leave bec he is eating but not much maybe bec its hard for him to eat bec of his condition I REALLY HOPE YOU CAN HELP ME I really want to help him but I don’t know how and im scared to touch him bec im scared that i can hurt him pls rep as soon as possible

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Answered By Vanessa Yeager DVM MPH

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Published on August 6th, 2018

Hi and thanks for posting! Oh my, this looks serious. There may be an oral tumor, mass, or severe dental disease happening here with Muning. Unfortunately, there is really nothing that can be done for this at home and there really are no over the counter medications that can be given, unfortunately. The best bet for Muning is for him to to see a veterinarian as soon as possible for an evaluation so a diagnosis can be made so that he can get treatment. Best of luck to you both!

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    Answered By Vanessa Yeager DVM MPH

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    Published on August 6th, 2018

    There is really not too much you can do for Muning from home, unfortunately. Muning really should see a veterinarian as soon as possible to have him evaluated and treated. This is really the best thing you can do for Muning. Oral infections, oral cancer, and severe dental disease may all be possibilities that will need to be treated with a veterinarian. I hope you are able to get him in soon!

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