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My cat has a red bump on his skin. When should I take him to the vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 6 months and 3 days old | 10 lbs

Whats this red bump?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on October 13th, 2018

Thank you for attaching a picture of Leo's bump! It could be from an injury, such as him scratching his chin and accidentally cutting himself. I would keep an eye on it for now. If it doesn't go away in the next few days, gets bigger, there is pus from the area, and/or it starts to bother him, take him into the vet. Best of luck.

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