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What's this bald spot or bump on my cat's eye? Vet or home care?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Female | spayed

I just noticed this bald spot/bump on my cat’s eye this morning and not sure what the cause is. Does it look like an infection or allergic reaction that I need to call her vet for or a scratch that I can treat with something at home? I’m not noticing any behavior changes in her so far

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Jessica Desrosiers

Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

Veterinary Technician

Published on July 22nd, 2021

Ouch! Since that is so close to the eye, it should be seen by a vet in person just to make sure it doesn't become infected and spread to the eye itself, and to try and figure out what may have caused the initial injury. Your vet can also provide any pain or antibiotic medications as needed to help the spot heal.

Until you can get to the vet, it is best to keep the spot clean and dry, and make sure that the eye isn't bothered. An Elizabethan (cone) collar is also a good idea to prevent scratching at it which can lead to infection or accidental scratching of the eye.
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