Cat has red bumps and swelling under eye. Is it infection or allergy?

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My cat has little red bumps under her eye and a little swelling and I’m not sure if it’s an infection or allergies or if she scratched herself. The inner eyelid doesn’t seem to be red or swollen. The sparse fur around her eyes is her normal amount of fur. She doesn’t like me touching it, and she is also leaving it alone. Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Female | spayed | 6 years and 8 months old | 13 lbs

Dr. Elizabeth · Accepted Answer

That looks like an infection with how red it is and the fur lose. Allergies and skin mites would be other potential causes though less common. There may not be much you can do at home. You can try adding in an omega 3 fatty acid supplement for pets, this can help improve the skin health. You may also try changing her diet to something like Royal Canin or Nutro as they are aimed at skin health. Also protect the area from trauma by having your kitty wear an elizabethan collar at all times. If the lesions do not start improving within a week or if they are getting worse, have her examined by the veterinarian. I hope this helps and please feel free to post any additional questions.

Cat has red bumps and swelling under eye. Is it infection or allergy?

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