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posted 08-04-2003 07:09 AM         

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I have a litter of two-week old kittens. All seem healthy but two have large scabs over where their umbilical cord used to be. Normal???
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posted 08-07-2003 11:39 AM         

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They could have an infection. You might try putting some neosporin on the spot. If it is red and swollen or pussy, they should go to the vet.

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From:Portland, TN, USA
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posted 08-07-2003 02:39 PM         

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Are you sure what you think is a scab isn't just the dried up remains of the cord? Because that's normal.

Also, like fleafly said, Neosporin will help heal them up faster.

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