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How many days will it take for a cat's nails to grow back if they are cut to the bleeding line?

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This article is provided by Veterinarian Dr. Matthew Thompson
It usually takes 3 to 7 days for a cat's nails to grow back after they are cut to the blood line. The judgment needs to be made based on the nail damage and care. If the local damage is minor, the nail recovery time will be shorter. If the nail damage is more serious, the recovery time will be longer. For cats with more severe damage, it is recommended that the owner take the cat to a regular hospital for treatment in time, and then based on the examination results Further treatment will help the nails return to normal.

1. What are the symptoms of cat nails cut to the blood line?

Cat nails cut to the blood line may be caused by cutting the nails too short, which may cause local skin redness, swelling, pain and other symptoms, and even Bleeding may also occur, and timely measures need to be taken to improve it. If the correct treatment is not carried out in time, it may lead to local suppuration and affect the recovery of the nail.

2. Why does it take 3 to 7 days for a cat’s nails to grow back if they are cut to the blood line?

If the nail damage is not particularly serious, there is only slight pain and no bleeding. , and the care is relatively good, there is no inflammation, and it will grow back in about 3 days; if the nail damage is serious, severe pain and bleeding occur, inflammation and swelling also occur, the recovery time will be longer It takes about 7 days to grow well.

3. How to treat and care for cats whose nails are cut to the blood line

If your cat’s nails are cut to the blood line and bleeding occurs, you need to use cotton balls to compress and stop the bleeding. You can also use it under the doctor’s care Use hemostatic drug treatment under guidance. If inflammation and pain occur, you need to take antibiotics and analgesic drug treatment as directed by your doctor. During the recovery period, local skin hygiene needs to be done well, and local skin should not be exposed to water, otherwise it will aggravate inflammation and affect local skin recovery.