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My cat has a red lump sticking out of his butt. Is it serious?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Munchkin Longhair | Male | neutered | 5 lbs

Notice my 2 yr old male cat looks like he has something starting to come out his butt, it’s not poop..it’s red and close to the size of a pencil eraser, he’s been licking at it..he has had bowel movement was a little soft..this started this afternoon.

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Answered By Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA

Veterinarian

Published on November 3rd, 2019

The pictures are not clear but this must be checked by a vet urgently. I would be concerned that this is a prolapse (when internal organs poke out) and surgical repair may be required, urgent assessment is vital as damage and trauma can occur

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