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Why Is My Cat’s Skin Turning Black and Forming Scabs?
The photo suggests ringworm with thick scabs from multiple infection; medicated baths and vet-prescribed ointment are advised. Use keratolytics to soften scabs, and be patient as treatment is long.
Can a cat’s fracture heal on its own?
Minor fractures may self-heal, but comminuted or severe ones often heal deformed, leaving a limp. For better recovery, use internal or external fixation at a vet and avoid strenuous activity, with joint supplements or calcium.
What medicine for a dog’s dislocated pelvis?
A dislocated pelvis usually needs anti-inflammatory, pain, and bone-joint healing drugs. Treat promptly or the dog may walk unsteadily or lose mobility. Recovery is long and needs both medicine and rehab under veterinary guidance.
An adult male cat had FIP this year and recovered; off meds nearly two months; can he be neutered?
Neutering needs a healthy cat. If fully recovered with normal recheck, neuter is fine. During treatment or recovery, or if recheck is abnormal, do not. In recovery immunity is still low, and neutering then may worsen the condition or cause postoperative disease.
Why are my cat’s eyes a bit red and swollen?
From the photo, the cat's eyes are slightly red and swollen, likely eye inflammation from scratching; use an Elizabethan collar to stop scratching and worsening. Care with saline rinse and pet anti-inflammatory eye drops; keep the area clean during recovery.
My cat had stress-induced seizures and lost bowel and bladder control, now lies in a corner
From your description, the cat is severely stressed with seizures and incontinence; take it to a vet promptly. The vet will give calming medication and symptomatic care. Comfort the cat with warmth and security, and follow the vet's nursing guidance to help recovery.
My cat’s back leg was limp a week ago, now walks normally but has a hairless lump it won’t let me touch
Treatment depends on the injury type. For a skin scrape, clean with iodine or alcohol and apply erythromycin ointment, with an Elizabethan collar to prevent licking. A deep wound needs a vet for bandaging and shots. Non-healing wounds need X-rays of bone and joint, then surgery or rest with limited activity.
My cat was scared by a dog, feels warm, has poor appetite, and sleeps a lot
Feline panleukopenia is a common and life-threatening disease; treatment focuses on antivirals, symptom relief, antibacterials, and supportive care. If infected, take the cat to a hospital early, as sooner treatment means a better chance of recovery. During treatment, follow the vet's instructions for warmth and nursing care.
Cat losing hair around both eyes, black soft spots, spreading fast
From the photo, the cat likely has ringworm, which will keep spreading if untreated. Clip the fur around the spot, soften and wipe off scabs with saline, then apply antifungal medicine, and keep a collar on to stop scratching. Also give immunity-boosting oral medicine.
My cat can’t fully open one eye; a small swollen lump inside the lid—what medication?
An eye that won't open with a swollen lid may be inflammation like conjunctivitis or keratitis. Buy vet eye drops or ointment. Clean the eye first, then apply anti-inflammatory drops 3x daily and keep it clean; supplement nutrition to aid recovery.