Why does my cat have swollen lips and keep sneezing? Is it serious?

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Hello, I'm very worried about my cats health. She has swollen lips and keeps sneezing and I dont have any money to visit the vet untill next week. Is there any treatment for this and what could be the cause? Pet's info: Cat | Scottish Straight | Female | unspayed | 1 year and 2 months old

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

This looks to be a rodent ulcer (eosinophilic granuloma complex). She really needs to see a vet for this issue. This is not something you can treat with over the counter medications. Also, there are not many over the counter medications that are safe for cats. These lesions are treated, typically, with antibiotics and steroids. Likely the reason for it is hereditary or an underlying allergy. Please refer to this article for further information. ( https://www.thesprucepets.com/rodent-ulcers-in-cats-5093328 ) The sneezing is not likely related to the swollen lips. That seems to be a separate issue. Either way, Luna needs to see a vet.

Why does my cat have swollen lips and keep sneezing? Is it serious?

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