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Our kitten, Molly, who is almost four months old, got a swollen lump on the right side of her face just over one week ago.  At first, we thought it might be a spider bite or some other kind of bug bite, but now it seems that rather than it having gotten smaller, it has grown in size.  I would say it's the size of one of those giant gumballs they sell in vending machines or maybe a ping pong ball - not quite as large as a golf ball.  Anyway, we had taken this kitten which we saved from the cold on Christmas for her first vet visit on 1/7/10 and Molly was treated with Panacur for worms.  Could this be related to her medication?  We don't think so  because this didn't appear immediately after taking the meds - at least not the first treatment period.  In fact, it started after the last day of taking the medicine.  Now we wonder, is this related to the worms?  Our vet wasn't able to determine what type of worms she had.  I tried to get another appointment and they can't take Molly until Monday morning.  I'm very worried about her.  PLEASE PLEASE - ANY INFO WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED. P.S. Molly has been inside since we rescued her on Christmas and hasn't been in contact with any other animals/pets.  THANK YOU!

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Hi Kymie,

My first thought is that your kit has an abscess there. However I read the info on this stuff and one of the rare side effects is facial swelling. I haven't seen your kitten so I can't say for sure if this is what it is. You need to contact your vet about this. He will be able to help you if this is a reaction to the dewormer. Good luck.

Ciao, Karen


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I can give advice on cat behavior. I can help about newborn kitten care. I can help with senior cat care. I can answer questions about cat proofing a home or making it cat friendly. I can answer diet questions. I can answer home treatments questions for cats. At present I have 13 cats in home and two ferals outside. And there's always room for one more!

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I have over 40 year's experience with cats. Father was a veterinarian and I assisted him in his work. I have 15 cats at present. Most are shelter or feral rescues. I have one purebred cat. I have done cat rescues and foster care. Some thoughts to carry with you. A Cat's 10 Commandments My life is likely to last 15-20 years. Any separation from you is likely to be painful. Give me time to understand what you want of me. Place your trust in me. It is crucial for my well-being. Don't be angry with me for long and don't lock me up as punishment. You have your work, your friends, your entertainments. But I have only you. Talk to me. Even if I don't understand your words, I do understand your voice when speaking to me. Be aware that however you treat me, I will never forget it. Before you swat me, before you strike me, remember that I have teeth that could draw blood. And claws to strike back. And yet I choose not to attack you. If I don't act right then have me checked to see what is wrong. Please take care of me when I grow old. You too will grow old. On the difficult journey, on the ultimate difficult journey, go with me please. Never say you can't bear to watch. Don't make me face this alone. Everything is easier for me if you are there. Because I love you so. Take a moment today to thank God for your pets. Enjoy and take good care of them. Life would be a much duller, less joyful thing without God's critters. Pass this on.

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