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Cat Health & Behaviour => Health & Behaviour General => Topic started by: jecca on March 18, 2008, 23:30:16 PM

Title: taz's lip
Post by: jecca on March 18, 2008, 23:30:16 PM

 :scared:

i was stroking taz today and i noticed his bottom lip right at the centre was a bit swollen

hes an indoor cat so it cant be anything from outside...hes still eating loads as usual and drinkin as usual and is good in spirit.

it doesnt look overly painful cos he wouldnt eat otherwise.

what do you think it is?or what caused it? and what i should do about it?
 help! :(

Title: Re: taz's lip
Post by: ccmacey on March 18, 2008, 23:34:38 PM

Could he of scratched it?

Bathe it with cooled boiled water on cotton balls this will keep it clean.

Title: Re: taz's lip
Post by: jecca on March 18, 2008, 23:36:06 PM

em i dunno,he might of yeh.

i hope its nothing serious ,i dont like seein my wee man in pain or anything but he doesnt seem to be.


il bathe it like you said.

xxx

Title: Re: taz's lip
Post by: Maddiesmum on March 19, 2008, 06:37:10 AM

No suggestions but hope he is ok

Title: Re: taz's lip
Post by: CurlyCatz on March 19, 2008, 10:02:05 AM

Is it an actual swelling or just a normal thickening in part of the lower lip ? 

if you could take a close up piccy that may be useful.

I have seen many cats with what i think you are describing and its as if its a normal part of them, however if you are concerned or it is some type of lesion then i would always suggest a vet visit.

Title: Re: taz's lip
Post by: Millys Mum on March 21, 2008, 16:36:34 PM

Could be the start of a rodent ulcer, is he up to date with proper flea treatment? Overgrooming can cause it.