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Why is my cat licking her belly bald with red spots and bumps?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed

My cat been licking little below her stomach and it’s bald spot with little red and bumps. What can I buy over the counter for it.

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on January 15th, 2020

This looks pretty bad, and unfortunately any OTC creams will just be licked off by Happy. Many human ointments contain multiple other ingredients which are not necessarily safe to be swallowed. You need to have her seen by a vet to have this treated.

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    Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

    Licensed Veterinary Technician

    Published on May 23rd, 2017

    Place an e-collar (cone) on Bunky to prevent further licking. This may be enough o allow healing, but if not then he should be examined by your veterinarian to diagnose and treat local infection, allergic reaction or food sensitivities. You can also switch back to his previous brand of food and litter to rule out sensitivities to the new items. Do it one at a time so you know if it was one or the other.

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    Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

    Veterinarian

    Published on April 6th, 2017

    Oh no, poor Salt! If none of your other cats are having issues, then I wouldn't suspect something contagious such as fleas, mites, or ringworm. It could be that he is suffering from allergies, or he could be bored and stressed causing him to over-groom. I would have him seen by a vet in the morning for his skin issues. The vet can do a physical exam, blood tests, and urinalysis to check to see what could be caused his skin issues so he can be treated. Tonight, if he will allow you, you can try giving him an Epsom salt or oatmeal bath. These may soothe his skin.

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