skin lump

[hilary86]

My cat has what looks like a mole on the top of his head it has been there for awhile I am not sure if it was there from birth biut I have had him since birth. I was wondering if cats get moles or should I be concernd about it

[TEAwv]

Did you find out what it was?

[hilary86]

Thankyou I will take him in and then I will let you know what it is

[Savas]

Cats can get growths/tumors. It would be best to get it checked to see if it needs removal. These things do tend to lead to problems down the line even if they're not malignant.

(Sometimes they can be inclined to infection from impact/rubbing).

[hilary86]

no it isnt a tick and the lump is black and so is the cat the only part that doesnt have hair is the black thing. it doesnt bother him either

[Savas]

Make sure it isn't a tick. People often mistake ticks for moles, skin flaps, lumps, etc. Look at it carefully. I know it's probably not the season, but it is possible!

Cats can't get moles that I'm aware of. Is the fur missing from this area? What's the cats coloration and the coloration of the lump?