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My cat has a small, non-healing wound near her eye. What is it?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Female | spayed | 6.8 lbs

My cat has a small wound under the corner of her eye, along towards her nose. It never bleeds or seems to cause her pain (no flinching when washing, and eyes fully open,) but it seems to have lasted longer than similar spots usually do. What could it be? (Eyes are closed in attached photos because she is asleep.)

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Answered By Dr. Davis

Veterinarian

Published on September 6th, 2018

This looks very sore and inflammed. It could be an infection or a tumor also. I recommend a veterinary exam, some cytology of the area to check for bacteria and abnormal cells. They then will probably give oral antibiotics and may recommend using a cone to prevent her rubbing this area which could slow down the healing. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you care for Regina.

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    Answered By Sarah Derksen, DVM

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    Published on September 6th, 2018

    Hi. This is a pretty severe lesion. I would recommend going straight to opthomologist. It is hard to say the cause for sure based on this photo unfortunately. It could be an injury, an infection, a rupture, or many other possibilities. Great question. It does look like a specialist should get involved right away.

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    Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

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    Published on February 19th, 2018

    It seems like a small trauma, possibly a superficial skin wound.From the pic I cannot understand if it could be a lump/growth or not. If it is just a skin wound, it is certainly really a minor injury and it should not require any special care. Just monitor for any further swelling, and keep the are clean with water. Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

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