Cat bite abscess drained: Is draining and lethargy normal recovery?

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Hi, my cat got bitten on the under side of her tail by her bum. It got infected and an abscess formed, so the Dr sedated her and punctured 3 holes and drained it. This was yesterday midday, She’s on antibiotics 2 times a day and an ointment with a antibiotic powder is being applied to the holes. It’s still draining from yesterday, she’s slept most of the day and hasn’t eaten much since Tuesday morning. She’s drinking water though. Should I be concerned or is this recovery process normal?? Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Female | spayed | 3 years and 4 months old | 6.93 lbs

Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA · Accepted Answer

It all sounds normal. Cat bite abscesses can really take a toll on their bodies. Draining is good - it means that the infective material is getting out of the body rather than staying trapped under the skin. You can keep it clean by gently wiping with a warm wet washcloth before applying the topical medication. Decreased appetite and lethargy are also normal, but if they last longer than 24-48 hours, I would call your vet to see if she needs to go in for a recheck. Otherwise, just let her rest and heal.

Cat bite abscess drained: Is draining and lethargy normal recovery?

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