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My cat is licking a pink bump on his belly. What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 14 lbs

I belive my cat has a. granuloma on his tummy theres two and kinda puffed up from him licking it i cant him to stop licking it there kinda pink in color was told to bye Prednisolone and that might help till i get him.to a vet any idea how get him stop messing with it

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Answered By Dr. Elizabeth

Veterinarian

Published on February 6th, 2020

That looks very angry. Curious needs to wear an elizabethan collar at all times. This is the best way to prevent licking. I do not advise to start any type or oral steroid without first checking with your veterinarian. Get him into the veterinarian as soon as you can. I hope this helps.

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