My kitten has a suspicious bump. Could it be a bot fly or wolf worm?

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Can some one identify or confirm is this kitten has a Bot fly/wolf worm? Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 1.1 lbs

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

I'm sorry but it is impossible to tell just by looking at a photo. If you put a thick layer of Vaseline over the hole that will cause the bot fly larvae to go to the surface if there is one in there. It is also possible that there was a larvae in there but it has already come out. Be advised that this would only happen if the kitten is outdoors and has come into contact with grass. The time period where the larvae matures to the maggot stage is 3 to 7 weeks so, it would not be that likely in a one month old kitten. I would suggest you take the kitten to your vet for an exam.

My kitten has a suspicious bump. Could it be a bot fly or wolf worm?

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