My cat has a lump in her ear. Is it a bruise or does it need surgery?

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Hi , my cat Mia has a lump inside her ear . When I shined a light through her ears , I could see her veins . It looks like she ruptured her veins . I think one of my cat bit her ear or she must’ve scartched it herself .However , there isn’t any blood coming out of that area. Does she need surgery? Or can it be cured without surgery ? Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 1 month and 28 days old | 1lb

Laura Johnson VMD · Accepted Answer

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! From your picture I do not see a wound, it looks like bleeding under the skin or is a bruise. If there is no wound then it doesn't need surgery and the blood should reabsorb like bruises do. If Maya is not acting normal and/or there are other areas of bruising on her body that she see a veterinarian to be sure she doesn't have a platelet or clotting disorder. Now if the ear has a fluidy lump on the ear pinna that is likely a hematoma. Ear hematomas can form from shaking the head and breaking the blood vessels. This is most commonly from an ear infection or ear mites. If she has a lot of dark brown or black wax in the ear and is shaking her head or scratching her ears she should see a Vet. Otherwise there is not much to do besides give it time to go away. I hope this helps and I wish Maya the very best!

My cat has a lump in her ear. Is it a bruise or does it need surgery?

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