My 8-month-old cat has a bump near his ribs. What should I do?

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My 8 month old cat has a bump near his ribs. Is this normal? Pet's info: Cat | American Longhair | Male | neutered | 8 months and 15 days old

Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA · Accepted Answer

Hi there. Without being able to see the bump and palpate it, I can't really say if this is normal or not. It may be that you're feeling a normal anatomical structure, but it could also be a growth or tumor, a hernia, or some other problem that needs medical attention. I would recommend taking Bumblebee to the vet for an exam. He/she can palpate the bump to help determine what it might be, and will advise you from there on whether anything needs to be done.

My 8-month-old cat has a bump near his ribs. What should I do?

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