My cat has a persistent jaw spot. Is it a tick, skin tag, or more?

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I have a male cat with a large spot on his left top jaw. I’m wondering if it’s a tick or a skin tag. It’s been there for a pretty long time. Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Mediumhair | Male | neutered | 7 years and 2 months old | 18 lbs

Dr. Leigh, DVM · Accepted Answer

I am not exactly sure what that is but it doesn't look normal so he should be examined by a vet to determine the cause. The vet can sedate the cat and remove the lesion, if needed. A tick should fall off after it is full from a blood meal so, most likely, it is not a tick since it has been there for a long time. Call you vet and schedule an appointment for an examination.

My cat has a persistent jaw spot. Is it a tick, skin tag, or more?

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