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My cat is lethargic, in pain, and has a lower belly lump. What to do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | 9 lbs

My cat has not wanted to move much since Monday. Thought it was the cold so tried to keep her warm as possible then I found this near her lower belly. It seems she is in pain when she does move. I do not know what this is, how can I help with the pain/what can I or should do to help?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on November 28th, 2019

Meow Meow sound very sick, and at this point in time, this is a medical emergency. You cannot treat this at home, there are no pain medications you can give her. Many human ones are toxic to cats, and are fatal if given. She has to see a vet now. Please take her into an ER vet clinic; if there isn't one in your area, there will be a vet on call for emergencies. The information to reach that vet is found on a clinic's answering machine or website.

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