My cat's itchy face wound won't heal. How can I stop the scratching?

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My cat Harley scratched himself pretty bad on the side of the face (with his own paw) during an ear infection. We’ve been treating the ear infection with antibiotic ear drops, but the cut isn’t healing because every time it scabs, it gets itchy and Harley scratches the scab off. Is there anything I can do to help it heal or stop itching him? Also, what should I keep an eye out for in terms of infection? When does it get to the point I should take him back to the vet? Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Male | neutered | 4 years and 9 months old

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hi! You will have to get Harley a cone to wear so he will stop scratching this open. https://www.amazon.com/s?k=cone+collar+cat&ref=nb_sb_noss_2 You need to use this hot spot spray gel 3-4 times per day until it has healed. After it is healed you can remove the cone. https://www.amazon.com/Vetericyn-Antimicrobial-Hydrogel-Relief-Spray/dp/B01NAT10UC/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=vetericyn+hot+spot&qid=1588463707&sr=8-3

My cat's itchy face wound won't heal. How can I stop the scratching?

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