Expert: Becky - 10/30/2006

Question
Hi...
my cat that doesnt live with me has a bump on his right side...could it be a tumor? (he lives outside)he acts fine and eats fine...do u kno of any signs of a tumor? it isnt a BIG bump but maybe it is part of his stomach but it is on the side of him. or maybe his fur is matted since he has longish hair. is it anything to be concerend about? he does not see a vet.

thanks and let me know  

Answer
Hi Katelyn,
Yes, I could be a tumor, but it could be anything. It's hard to say when I can't really see or touch it. He may have been bitten by another cat or animal, and it has gotten infected. The infection could have caused it to swell, and that is the "bump" you see. It is hard to say what it is, because after all, we're just guessing.  To find out, you need to take him to a Veterinarian. He probably needs antibiotics.

God Bless,
Becky