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My cat's face is swollen on one side, but it doesn't hurt. What to do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Mediumhair | Male | 6 years and 4 months old

My cats face is swollen on one side it doesn't seem to hurt he allows me to touch his face what can it be? What should I do?

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Answered By Tomasz Wnuk

Veterinarian

Published on May 14th, 2020

Hello and thank you for contacting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Facial swelling in cats is usually related to abscesses, either from external wound (scratch, cat fight) or from dental diseases. Please, take Bro to your local vets to confirm the diagnosis and to start treatment for him.

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