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My cat's nose is raw and bleeding from rubbing. How can I treat it?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

My cat continues to rub her nose raw, until it bleeds. What is the best solution to stop and treat the wound?

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Answered By Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA

Veterinarian

Published on September 28th, 2017

This looks very sore! In some cats a viral infection such as herpes can be involved, so ampling and testing the area can be very helpful as antviral drugs can be very effective. An Ecollar in the meantime will prevent her from clawing at the area and doing further damage, you could apply manuka hney to the area but I would not recommend using any medicated ointments etc as she will lick and swallow them!

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS
Veterinarian
Published on April 22nd, 2019
Hi, and thanks for your question.
Even though a picture of it would help to determine the underlying cause, this presentation could be due to a localized spot of skin infection (likely to be caused by bacteria or fungal). A check up, appropriate disinfection and possibly antibiotics or antifungal meds (oral, topical or in a shampoo formulation) are needed to solve the problem.
Disinfection can be possibly started at home with very diluted hibiscrub or betadine or salted water baths. Buster collar may be useful as well to avoid any scratching.

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