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Holes Appeared on My Cat’s Abdomen; the Vet Said It’s a Bacterial Infection
Cat skin ulceration and redness have many causes: (1) an existing wound licked repeatedly, then infected, causing redness and ulcer; (2) parasite or fungal infection left untreated, then mixed bacterial infection. Per the photo, dense holes and bruising suggest progressing to cellulitis; take the cat for cytology and debridement, use antibacterials, and keep the e-collar on strictly.
Why Do Pets Wear an Elizabethan Collar?
Pets wear an e-collar mainly for their health and others' safety. When sick or post-surgery, they may lick or bite wounds to relieve discomfort, risking infection or delayed healing - the collar prevents this. Also, when outside and feeling threatened, pets may act aggressively; the collar helps calm them and prevents attacks.
There are red patches, looks like a skin disease, with hair loss.
From the photo, many black dots on the abdomen are likely folliculitis from bacterial infection and excess oil blocking pores, worsened by damp floors, allergies, or bites, leading to folliculitis or pyoderma. Licking oxidizes saliva enzymes, turning fur red-brown. Use an e-collar, shave and clean the area, apply disinfectant and antibiotics; if no improvement in 3 to 5 days, get a skin exam.
One nipple is red and swollen, not painful, soft, with black spots around it and a small red bump, no sensation; normal appetite and energy. Neutered male cat.
Black spots, redness, and a red bump around a male cat's nipple are likely mastitis developing from bacterial folliculitis. Although male, the nipple structure exists, and when folliculitis occurs the cat may bite or scratch it, causing inflammation.
This is a male cat I found on the road; it had a lump that grew much bigger in just one day
A swelling behind the ear that grew overnight has several causes. Feel if it's soft or hard: soft may be blood/pus from capillary rupture or infection (abscess needing drainage); hard, fast-growing, fixed lumps may be tumors needing biopsy. Skin infection can also cause inflammatory swelling—get a scrape.
Not sure what’s wrong—black stuff comes out of the ear; could it be ear mites?
Black/brown ear buildup likely means ear mites, with scratching and head-shaking. Confirm with a vet ear exam. Clean with a dedicated ear cleaner (don't use cotton swabs deep), then apply ear medication and an e-collar; also use a topical antiparasitic. Treat 3–4 weeks, plus a week after symptoms clear.
My dog has a red patch on its belly
A red rash on the belly is often superficial pyoderma or eczema from a damp environment and weak skin, leading to bacterial infection. Keep it dry, disinfect with iodine, use antibacterial spray and zinc oxide ointment. White scales/crusting suggest fungus—get a scrape; use antifungal cream and an e-collar.
After shaving my dog on Monday I noticed this—did the shave cut the skin or is it illness?
Lost skin from a bad shave can expose tissue and cause infection, possibly damaging follicles so hair won't regrow. Disinfect and medicate the wound; use an e-collar if it licks.
My cat has severe tear stains, eyes nearly swollen shut, and lots of thick eye discharge
Heavy eye discharge first suggests bacterial/viral infection or a blocked tear duct; a vet should run tests. At home, flush with saline and apply neomycin drops; use an e-collar if it scratches. Persistent cases may be viral (herpes/calici) needing antivirals.
How long is a cat in pain after spaying/neutering?
Most cats are past spay pain within 3 days - often 24 hours for sturdy ones. Use vet-prescribed pain relief and an E-collar until healed.