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Why is my kitten's whisker area red and swollen? Is it ringworm?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | neutered | 4 lbs

There seems to be a red swollen area on my kittens whisker area

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Answered By Claudia Fioravanti

Veterinarian

Published on September 10th, 2018

Hi, it looks like Remi could have ringworm. It’s important to have him checked over so that ,if confirmed, treatment can be promptly started. Ringworm can be transmitted to humans, and immunodepressed are obviously more at risk. It is important to take him to the vets ! Hope this helps

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