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My cat has a wound getting bigger. Does it need an urgent vet visit?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 4 months and 10 days old

My cat have this wound . What should i do? It looks like it's getting bigger

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on April 13th, 2020

This wound requires immediate veterinary care as it needs to be surgically cleaned and treated with antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications. A stitch up may be required. Please take Fur to your vet asap.

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