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My cat's bite wound is spreading. Is it infected? What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Female | unspayed | 5.51156 lbs

My cat is suffering from a wound..which is caused by another cats bite..and it is spreading wider...can u suggest any medicine for her

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Answered By Ana M, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on February 24th, 2019

Thank you for submitting your question regarding Olive. She will need to see her veterinarian to determine if she has developed an abscess or infection under the skin. In this case, surgery can be necessary to open and drain the wound. Oral antibiotics will be required as well. I hope this information helps!

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