How to Check if the Wound is Infected after Neutering a Male Cat

After neutering a male cat, the wound infection manifestations include local swelling, firmness upon touch, and obvious heat pain. In the later stage, the center gradually softens and fluctuates, which usually indicates that the internal cavity is filled with a large amount of pus, and it is necessary to seek medical attention promptly. The wound after neutering male cats is located in the scrotum, and because the wound is small, the risk of infection is generally low.

The wound after neutering a male cat is located in the scrotum and does not require opening the abdominal cavity, so the wound is relatively small, and the risk of infection is usually low. The main manifestations of wound infection after neutering male cats are local swelling, accompanied by a large amount of exudates, such as blood, pus, and mucus secretions. Touching the swollen area can feel very solid, and the cat will show heat pain and sensitivity. In the later stage, the center gradually softens and exhibits a fluctuating sensation, which usually indicates that the internal cavity is filled with a large amount of pus. It is recommended to seek medical attention in a timely manner.

The main causes of wound infection after neutering male cats include not receiving antibiotics, poor wound antiseptic treatment after surgery, and the cat licking the wound. The main treatment principles for infected wounds are to inhibit the development of inflammation, surgical incision, etc. Infection can be controlled through subcutaneous injection and intravenous infusion, and cold compression can be applied to alleviate swelling and pain. If after the above treatment, the swelling does not recede, and the symptoms further exacerbate or systemic reactions occur, surgical incision of the wound is necessary to prevent local tissue necrosis and drainage of inflammatory exudates. The incision should have sufficient length and depth to thoroughly debride and evacuate a large amount of inflammatory substances. If necessary, the cat's scrotum can be directly removed to prevent re-infection. In the later stage, symptomatic treatment should be given according to the cat's overall condition.