[header] How to treat ear haematomas in cats [title] Recognize swelling or tenderness as a potential sign of ear haematoma. [step] A cat's pricked (upright) ear is usually normally no more than 3-4 inches (76-102 mm) thick, and is shaped like a gentle concave cone. A newly formed ear haematoma looks like a large blood blister.
[header] How to treat ear haematomas in cats [title] Recognize swelling or tenderness as a potential sign of ear haematoma. [step] A cat's pricked (upright) ear is usually normally no more than 3-4 inches (76-102 mm) thick, and is shaped like a gentle concave cone. A newly formed ear haematoma looks like a large blood blister.
[substeps] In a normal cat, the ear will appear to have four distinct concave shaped growths. These growths are called blood blisters or sores. This type of ear haematoma appears as an oblong blob on a reddish head. [title] Look for symptoms of ear haematoma with language. The ear flap may be tender to the touch, and feel warm or hot. Applying pressure to the ear flap can create the impression of fluid beneath your fingertips. Look for swelling or tenderness associated with this blood blister formation. [substeps] Prick your ear to gauge if the area is swollen.