Unfortunately, your cat can also be a victim of cancer. In this case, the signs may vary, but most often a tumor in cats appears. But beware, a tumor in cats is not necessarily a cancer, it is first of all an outgrowth that can have several origins (it can also be a wart for example). However, it is better to consult a veterinarian immediately so that you can treat it as soon as possible and take no risks.
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Here are the main signs of a tumor in cats.
1. You feel a lump under their skin.
If, while palpating your cat, you feel an abnormal lump on its skin, it is cause for concern. Even if you think it’s just a big pimple, a trip to the vet is still highly recommended. Indeed, skin tumors can be particularly aggressive, so it is better to remove them quickly.
And above all, do not try to crush the ball of skin in all directions, this could have the effect of aggravating the problem. Only an experienced eye, such as that of a veterinarian, can tell you the level of severity of this lump.
2. He has unusual symptoms
Subcutaneous tumors can be located in your cat’s neck, abdomen or even udders. Most often, the cat also presents other symptoms such as vomiting, recurrent cough, difficulty moving or breathing, weight loss, bleeding or even a change in behavior (isolation, abnormal meowing, etc.) . In this case, you have to react quickly!
If you delay taking your cat to the vet, it could cause irreversible damage to his health, or even cause his death.
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3. You feel a lump in your mucous membranes
Tumors can also develop in your cat’s mucous membranes, i.e. in the mouth, vulva or anus. The animal will then often have difficulty eating, urinating or defecating.
In this case, do not hesitate for a second to consult a veterinarian. Indeed, in addition to the risk that it is indeed a cancerous tumor, your cat could present deficiencies, lack of being able to feed, or seriously damage its urinary tract.