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My cat has a new skin spot that doesn't hurt. What could it be?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Bombay | Male | neutered | 10 lbs

We noticed this yesterday. It doesn't seem to hurt him at all, what do you think it could be?

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on February 8th, 2021

Hello! it could be a skin infection or an allergic reaction, it could also be ringworm (fungal infection) , if it doesn't seem to be getting better within a week, i would recommend having it checked aby your vet

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