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My cat had a bump near his ear that burst and is now bleeding.

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 1lb

Yesterday I noticed a huge bump by Mr. Cat's ear and thought maybe it was a tumor today mr. Cat has no bump but it is pussing and bleeding

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on January 16th, 2020

It looks like he had an abscess that burst open. It would be best to have your vet check this out. In the meantime you can use this wound spray on it. ( https://www.petco.com/shop/en/petcostore/product/vetericyn-cat-wound-and-skin-hydrogel )

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