My cat has a popped bump near genitals. How to clean & stop licking?

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I have a 10+ old shaded tortoise cat. Today I had noticed a squishy bump right beside her genitals. It looked like a boil of sorts but later when I checked on her it had popped and the area now has 2 open wounds. Is there a way to keep it clean and for her to not lick it. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed

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

This presentation could be due to a trauma (bite wound) or localized spot of skin infection (likely to be caused by bacteria or fungal). A check up, appropriate disinfection and possibly antibiotics or antifungal meds (oral, topical or in a shampoo formulation) are needed to solve the problem. Disinfection can possibly be started at home with very diluted hibiscrub or betadine or salted water baths. Buster collar may be useful as well to avoid any licking. 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.

My cat has a popped bump near genitals. How to clean & stop licking?

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