Priority: Medium


Overview

  • Closely watch your cat.
  • Needs a veterinary appointment in the next 1-2 days.
  • If symptoms change, repeat and revise the Symptom Checker.

Symptom Considerations

  • Licking can be a sign of urinary problems or skin irritation.
  • Some questions to prepare for:
    • Has your cat ever had skin issues?
    • What cat food is your cat currently eating?
    • Have you recently switched foods?
    • If so, what did you used to feed your cat?
    • Does your cat eat anything else, including treats and table scraps?
    • Has your cat bred or been in heat in the last 2 months?
  • Your cat may need diagnostic tests such as:
    • Urinalysis
    • Blood work
    • Allergy testing
    • Cytology (microscope exam) of skin samples