My cat keeps licking a bald spot on his paw. When should I see a vet?

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I noticed that my cat has a bald irritated patch of skin on his paw/arm. He has been biting and licking this spot. He otherwise has been acting normally, and is a house cat. Wondering what this could be and if I should bring him to the vet or not? Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 7 lbs

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

It may be a contact allergy to something in the environment. I suggest you put an E-collar on him to stop the licking and apply this spray to the affected area. If after a week it is not better then take him to your vet for an exam. ( https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Cute-Comfy-Cone-Water-Resistant/dp/B01M9I7NGK/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=cat+soft+e+collar&qid=1580747169&sr=8-2 ) ( https://www.amazon.com/Vetericyn-Plus-Feline-Wound-Skin/dp/B01M28PQLR/ref=sr_1_8?keywords=vetericyn+cat&qid=1580747200&sr=8-8 )

My cat keeps licking a bald spot on his paw. When should I see a vet?

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