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My cat has a sensitive bald spot with a red dot. What is it?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Female | spayed | 2 years and 6 months old | 6.3 lbs

My cat has a bald spot with a red dot. Not sure what it is. Shes usually good with me going touching her ears but wont let me close to this one.

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on January 2nd, 2019

I personally would leave this alone - don't try to touch it or treat it. I looks like it could be just a minor injury in which case it will heal just fine on it's own. If after a week to ten days it is not improved or it looks worse then you should Layla to your vet for an exam. Hope this helps. Best wishes.

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