What's this scabby spot on my cat's lower stomach? Should I worry?

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I saw this on my cat’s lower stomach. Is it something I should be concerned about? It looks slightly scabby. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | 15 lbs

Linda G, MS, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello. I am so sorry for your worries about Eartha Catt ( great name!!! ). It is very hard to tell what this might be from just a picture. It could be from a local irritation that caused her to abrade the skin, or just some other kind of dermatitis. Watch her to see if she is licking the area in a constant manner, or if the area seems to be getting bigger. I can't recommend putting anything on the skin because she will just lick it off, but you can try just dabbing the skin with a antiseptic like povidone iodine. You can get this at any pharmacy in the wound care section. Just use a small amount 2-3 times a day & see how the area does. If any additional redness or irritation develops, stop the povidone & please see your veterinarian at your earliest convenience. Thanks for contacting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

What's this scabby spot on my cat's lower stomach? Should I worry?

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