My cat's spay incision has a bump. Is it healing normally?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Female | spayed | 2 years and 7 months old | 8.7 lbs
Hello, I was hoping you could tell me whether or not my cat's spay incision is healing normally or if I should take her to a vet. I've included a picture of the incision the evening of the 16th after her surgery, the 18th, and today the 20th. The picture from today does not show a small red "u" shape below the bump (?). Thanks for taking the time to help.
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Published on October 20th, 2018
Yes it looks like healing normally. I would just monitor that small bump in case it gets bigger. Otherwise it looks like dry and not inflamed. Hope this answer was helpful, but 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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Published on January 3rd, 2023
If dissolving stitches were used for the layer beneath the skin, there can be some bumps/lumps that appear as the tissue heals as you mentioned. However, if the lump appears to grow in size rapidly, is hot or painful to the touch, causes problems with moving or bending the leg, or begins to ooze debris or pus, these are signs of something such as an infection/inflammation which should be examined by your vet. It would be best to double-check with your vet on what type of stitches were used, as they can provide more information. It's also a good idea to schedule a recheck for any suture/surgery sites 2-3 weeks post-surgery to ensure the wound has closed properly and is healing well.
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