My cat has a recurring black lumpy scab on her chin. What is it?

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My cat has this black, soft, lumpy scab on her chin that grew, fell or got scratched off and has grown again. What is it and what should I do about it? Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 14 years and 2 months old | 6.6 lbs

Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

This lump/growth should be ideally examined by your veterinarian to have a definitive diagnosis. Your vet will examine it and possibly perform with an FNA (fine needle aspiration) or a biopsy. Differentials would include skin cyst, infections or benign or malignant type of tumors. 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. If this answer was helpful please let us know, this will be used to improve our service!

My cat has a recurring black lumpy scab on her chin. What is it?

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