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How do you tell if your cats scabs are infected?

5 Answers  |  Asked By: dragonella   1   

My cat Ebony has some scabs on her head, and they smell bad. My mom says there just dirty and to keep cleaning them. But Im afraid theyre infected. Should I take her to the vet, is there a remedy?? Please help, shes my first cat :( scared

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kitty

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If they smell bad, that\\\’s generally a sign of infection. Infected cuts smell absolutely FOUL. Is there any pus at all? That can also be a bad sign. If there is an infection, washing won\\\’t fix it. She might need an antibiotic.

By: ziggy_bo43   2780
 

Answer 2
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If the scabs are bulging out, there could easily be an infection. But even if they are flat on the head, she could have squeezed out the pus while washing, making the odor even stronger.

By: jpete46   2577
 

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if they are red around the edges they are….

 

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idk ask a vet!

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By: petish   18
 

Answer 5
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I think you are right.But since I am not a vet I am not sure.It is best to check with a vet.

 

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