Cat's butt red and bleeding after pooping, even after vet visit?

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My cat’s butthole appears to be red or have a hint of blood when she poops. I took her to the vet a few days ago, the vet said her anal sacs were full. She expressed and emptied them out. My vet said that might be the cause of bleeding on the butthole. There is no blood on the actual stool. Her stools are formed and loose. She eats Royal Canin Protein PD for wet and dry food. Her energy level is the same, no vomiting. She doesn’t seem to be in pain while pooping. Any idea what’s going on? Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Female | spayed | 1 year and 9 months old | 10.2 lbs

Ana M, DVM · Accepted Answer

I'm glad to hear that Lulu is acting normally, but she shouldn't be bleeding from her anus. You mentioned the full anal glands. If she had been uncomfortable due to that, she could have been licking and scooting. This could irritate the anal tissue and make it bleed. If this is the case, it should resolve on its own now that the anal glands have been addressed. You didn't mention why she is eating RCVD PD, but it is a diet that can be used for allergies. If so, she could be having a flare up of skin disease. Lastly, if she has any intestinal parasites, it can make the anus itch. If the bleeding doesn't stop she will need to be re-evaluated. I hope this information helps!

Cat's butt red and bleeding after pooping, even after vet visit?

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